REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
2025 Urban Water Management Plan Update
San Lorenzo Valley Water District
PROPOSALS DUE BEFORE 3:00 P.M.
ON
JANUARY 7, 2026
San Lorenzo Valley Water District · 13060 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA 95006
(831) 338-2153 · www.slvwd.com
1. INTRODUCTION
The San Lorenzo Valley Water District (District) is requesting proposals from qualified
consulting firms to prepare the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan Update (UWMP
Update) in compliance with the requirements of the California Urban Water Management
Planning Act (Water Code Sections 10610–10656) and the Department of Water Resources
(DWR) 2025 UWMP Guidebook.
The 2025 UWMP Update will build upon the District’s existing 2020 Urban Water
Management Plan and result in a standalone, updated plan that satisfies all statutory and
regulatory requirements for submittal to DWR by **July 1, 2026**.
2. BACKGROUND
The San Lorenzo Valley Water District (SLVWD), established in 1941, serves approximately
7,900 service connections and a population of about 23,200 across several unincorporated
communities in Santa Cruz County, including Boulder Creek, Ben Lomond, Felton, Lompico,
and Zayante. The District’s water supply is derived entirely from the San Lorenzo River
watershed, utilizing a combination of surface and groundwater sources.
SLVWD operates two primary service areas: the North Service Area (21.7 square miles) and
the Felton Service Area (2.2 square miles). The District relies on nine active surface
diversions, one spring, and eight active groundwater wells. Key wellfields include Quail
Hollow, Olympia, and Pasatiempo. Water treatment is provided through the Lyon Surface
Water Treatment Plant, Kirby Treatment Plant, and associated facilities.
The District’s rugged topography and dispersed development result in a complex
distribution system of thirty-six pressure zones. Storage capacity is limited, requiring near
real-time production and treatment management. The UWMP Update will reflect these
system characteristics and the ongoing work with the Santa Margarita Groundwater Agency
(SMGWA) to ensure sustainable groundwater management under the Sustainable
Groundwater Management Act (SGMA).
3. PROJECT OBJECTIVES
The objective of this project is to update the District’s Urban Water Management Plan to:
- Reflect current population, demand, and supply conditions specific to the District.
- Incorporate infrastructure improvements, conservation programs, and supply projects.
- Ensure compliance with DWR’s 2025 UWMP submittal requirements.
- Produce a standalone document for SLVWD that supports long-term water supply
planning and regulatory compliance.
San Lorenzo Valley Water District · 13060 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA 95006
(831) 338-2153 · www.slvwd.com
4. SCOPE OF WORK
The consultant will provide professional services necessary to complete the 2025 UWMP
Update. Tasks include, but are not limited to:
**Task 1 – Project Management and Kick-Off**
1.1 Conduct an initial meeting with District staff to confirm the scope, data needs, and
schedule.
1.2 Review the 2020 UWMP, SMGWA Groundwater Sustainability Plan, and relevant
technical reports.
1.3 Develop a detailed project schedule and communication plan.
**Task 2 – Data Collection and Review**
2.1 Compile updated information on service area, population, and land use.
2.2 Gather current supply and demand data, conservation program data, and recent capital
improvements.
2.3 Evaluate trends from 2019–2025 and identify new data gaps.
**Task 3 – Demand Projections**
3.1 Update population and demand projections through 2045 using County General Plan
and regional forecasts.
3.2 Analyze historical demand by customer class and incorporate conservation and climate
considerations.
**Task 4 – Water Supply Analysis**
4.1 Describe and quantify surface and groundwater supplies.
4.2 Include discussion of treatment capacity, operational constraints, and reliability.
4.3 Evaluate potential climate change impacts on source yields.
**Task 5 – Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) Update**
5.1 Update shortage levels to meet DWR’s six-tier standard.
5.2 Identify response actions, triggers, and implementation measures.
5.3 Ensure consistency with SLVWD’s drought response policies.
**Task 6 – System Reliability and Drought Risk Assessment**
6.1 Conduct annual, single-dry, and multi-dry year reliability analyses.
6.2 Integrate hydrologic and groundwater data.
6.3 Prepare all required DWR tables and narratives.
**Task 7 – Draft and Final UWMP Preparation**
7.1 Prepare Administrative Draft and Public Review Draft versions.
7.2 Assist staff in public review and Board hearing presentation.
San Lorenzo Valley Water District · 13060 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA 95006
(831) 338-2153 · www.slvwd.com
7.3 Revise per comments and prepare Final Adopted UWMP.
**Task 8 – DWR Submittal and Corrections**
8.1 Submit final plan electronically through the DWR portal by July 1, 2026.
8.2 Address any DWR review comments and resubmit final documents.
5. DELIVERABLES
- Administrative Draft UWMP (Word and PDF)
- Public Review Draft UWMP (PDF)
- Final Adopted UWMP (Word and PDF)
- DWR-compliant tables and online submittal package
- Monthly progress reports and schedule updates
6. PROJECT SCHEDULE
Milestone
RFP Issued
Proposals Due
Contract Award
Draft UWMP Due
Final UWMP Due
| Target Date |
| November 21, 2025 |
| January 7, 2026 3:00 PM |
| January 15, 2026 |
| May 7, 2026 |
| June 18, 2026 |
7. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS
Each proposal shall include, at minimum:
1. Executive Summary – overview of approach and understanding of the project.
2. Project Description – methods, deliverables, and technical approach.
3. Contact Information – company name, address, key contact, and subconsultants.
4. Organization and Experience – team structure, roles, and relevant project experience.
5. Past Performance – cost, schedule, and project outcomes for similar work.
6. Creative Alternatives – innovative approaches or efficiencies.
7. Proposed Fee Schedule – detailed by task, including rates and not-to-exceed costs.
8. Contractual Scope – proposed scope of services and project timeline.
San Lorenzo Valley Water District · 13060 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA 95006
(831) 338-2153 · www.slvwd.com
8. EVALUATION CRITERIA
Criterion
Proposed Fee
Project Description
Past Performance (Cost/Schedule Control)
Organization & Experience of Team
Overall Quality of Proposal
| Weight |
| 40% |
| 20% |
| 20% |
| 10% |
| 10% |
9. SELECTION PROCESS AND SCHEDULE
The District reserves the right to select the proposal that best meets its needs, considering
qualifications, approach, and cost. Interviews may be conducted with the highest-ranked
firms. A contract award is anticipated in February 2026.
10. SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS
Questions may be directed to:
Jason Lillion, General Manager
San Lorenzo Valley Water District
13060 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA 95006
Phone: (831) 338-2153
email: jlillion@slvwd.com
Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format no later than
January 7, 2026 3:00 P.M. to Administrative Assistant Leah Mattle.
Email: lmattle@slvwd.com
11. GENERAL CONDITIONS
- The District reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.
- All materials submitted become the property of the District.
- The selected consultant will execute a Professional Services Agreement and maintain
required insurance coverage.
San Lorenzo Valley Water District · 13060 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA 95006
(831) 338-2153 · www.slvwd.com
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