On-Call Biologist Support Services - O&M

The Valley Water District seeks a qualified consulting firm to provide on‑call biological and ecological support services for its Watershed Operations & Maintenance division, primarily for the Stream Maintenance Program. Services will be delivered via individual task orders on an as‑needed basis, covering biological surveys, protected‑species monitoring, habitat assessments, regulatory compliance support, GIS mapping, and related reporting. The contract is a five‑year, on‑call agreement with a not‑to‑exceed ceiling of $500,000; no minimum work is guaranteed beyond a $500 fallback payment if no tasks are issued. • Provide on‑call biological surveys, species monitoring, and habitat assessments for projects throughout Santa Clara County. • Deliver regulatory compliance documentation, GIS data products, and management plans on a task‑order basis. • Meet minimum qualifications: ≥5 years experience on at least five Bay Area projects, staff with required licenses and local knowledge, and compliance with applicable California environmental regulations. • Submit separate technical and cost proposals, including required client references, non‑collusion, conflict‑of‑interest, and insurance documentation. • Compensation is capped at $500,000 total for the contract term, with invoices tied to each approved task order.