Civil Engineering Services

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) is seeking a qualified civil‑engineering firm to provide professional engineering services—including design, calculations, reports, construction‑phase support, and QA/QC—for water‑resources and public‑works projects throughout the state. The contract is a three‑year, cost‑plus‑actual‑cost agreement with a fixed 10 % profit, and may be extended for up to two additional one‑year options. Firms must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) by the deadline, attend a mandatory pre‑SOQ conference, and be prepared for a negotiation process that requires detailed financial documentation. • Scope covers design of spillways, canals, levees, bridges, utilities, environmental documentation, and construction‑phase services. • Contract period: July 1 2026 – June 30 2029, with possible one‑year extensions. • Award will be based on “most qualified” evaluation, followed by cost‑plus negotiations (hourly rates + 10 % profit, annual ECI escalation). • Budget range indicated in the solicitation overview is $5 M – $15 M. • Mandatory pre‑SOQ conference (April 7) and strict submission deadlines (SOQ due April 14) must be met; extensive financial documentation will be required during negotiations.