California Lake County Civic Plus #261829

Feasibility Study for Adobe Reservoir Water Storage and Environmental Flow Enhancement

This opportunity seeks consulting services for a feasibility study to enhance water storage and environmental flows at Adobe Reservoir in Lake County, California. - Government Buyer: - County of Lake Watershed Protection District (Water Resources Program Coordinator) - Project Scope: - Feasibility study to assess modifications to Adobe Creek reservoir or dam - Goals: Increase surface water storage, groundwater recharge, and environmental stream flow for the endangered Clear Lake Hitch species - Tasks include: - Research and monitoring (including field sampling and sediment analysis) - Engineering and design (up to 60%-90% completion) - Operational recommendations for reservoir management - Purchasing and installation of supplies and equipment - Community and partner outreach (meetings, educational events) - Water rights facilitation and stakeholder engagement - Vendors and OEMs: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified consulting firms with relevant experience - Unique Requirements: - Demonstrated expertise in environmental and hydrological studies - Experience with community outreach and stakeholder engagement - Ability to provide detailed cost proposals for all tasks - Collaboration with local partners (e.g., Big Valley Rancheria EPA, FlowWest Consulting, local property owners) - Place of Performance: - Lake County, California (primary administrative office in Lakeport) - Evaluation Criteria: - Experience, technical competence, and quality of work plan

Description

The County of Lake is soliciting sealed proposals for a feasibility study to assess the viability of modifying the Adobe Creek reservoir or dam to enhance surface water storage, groundwater recharge, and environmental stream flow to support the endangered Clear Lake Hitch species. The study involves research, monitoring, engineering design, community outreach, and development of operational recommendations. The project is managed by the Lake County Watershed Protection District with multiple local partners. Proposals are due by May 6, 2026.

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