Opportunity
California eProcure #0000040699
DWR CHPS/FEWS forecasting system design, implementation, and support
Posted
October 19, 2026
Respond By
November 09, 2026
Identifier
0000040699
NAICS
541512, 541511, 541519
The California Department of Water Resources is seeking a stand-alone hydrologic forecasting environment that complements the California-Nevada River Forecast Center system. - Government buyer: State of California; California Natural Resources Agency; Department of Water Resources (DWR). The attachment identifies Nicole Anderson. - OEM and platform: The documents name Delft-FEWS/FEWS and CHPS, but do not explicitly identify a supplier or OEM. No other vendor is named. - Requested system: One River Forecasting System; no model number, part number, or hardware quantity is specified. DWR expects to provide or procure the infrastructure. - Services: Project management and coordination; stand-alone CHPS design and implementation; live-system pilot testing; Operator-Client setup; integration, testing, and validation; annual FEWS maintenance and technical support; and DWR staff training. - Notable requirements: Build an independent CHPS Operator-Client environment to complement the existing forecasting center system. Work includes FEWS/CHPS configuration, forecasting workflows, data exchange, testing, documentation, updates, troubleshooting, and training. At least 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation is required. - Budget: The contract budget is capped at $750,000; the actual award amount is not specified.
Description
The California Department of Water Resources is seeking quotes for the design, implementation, and technical support of its real-time river forecasting system. The work requirements are detailed in the solicitation’s Statement of Work, and DVBE participation is required. The anticipated contract term is December 1, 2026, through November 31, 2029, with an option to extend for one additional year. The anticipated contract cost must not exceed $750,000.