Description
The City of Merced Public Works Department seeks a qualified engineering/consulting firm to develop an updated 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) and accompanying Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) that meet California Water Code requirements and the DWR 2025 UWMP Guidebook. The consultant will manage the entire planning process, from data collection to final DWR submission, including ordinance revisions and public‑hearing support.
• Prepare three‑draft versions of the UWMP (administrative, public‑review, final) complying with state guidelines.
• Review and update the city’s water‑conservation ordinance and produce a revised WSCP.
• Provide project management, QA/QC, sub‑consultant coordination, and monthly status reporting.
• Assist with public hearings, facilitate adoption by City Council, and ensure final plan delivery to the California Department of Water Resources by July 1 2026.
• Deliver all required documentation, including presentation materials, meeting minutes, and final report packages.