Texas DIR/ESBD #003-26-EXE

Economic analysis and valuation of Edwards Aquifer groundwater rights for forbearance

The Edwards Aquifer Authority is seeking an economic valuation of groundwater withdrawal rights to guide drought-related forbearance programs. - Buyer: Edwards Aquifer Authority, a Texas political subdivision and special district based in San Antonio; no sub-agency or office is identified. - Requested service: One economic analysis and valuation of Edwards Aquifer groundwater withdrawal rights for forbearance. - Assess current market value of irrigation and municipal/industrial water rights, including irrigation rights in relation to agricultural uses and regional crops. - Recommend pricing for future forbearance agreements, informed by historical environmental-condition data provided by EAA. - Project how the analyzed values may change over 30 years; includes meetings with EAA staff and a final report. - Program terms: Forbearance agreements may run for 5 or 10 years. The analysis contract’s start date, end date, and duration are not specified. - Estimated value: $100,000. - OEMs and vendors: No product manufacturers, prospective vendors, or subcontractors are named.

Description

The Edwards Aquifer Authority is seeking an economic analysis and valuation of forbearance of Edwards Aquifer Groundwater withdrawal rights. The Authority has administered two programs in which it contracts with water-rights holders to suspend their rights during defined environmental conditions related to drought. The work will inform the planned update of these programs and establish an appropriate value for the contracted water rights. Proposals are due December 2, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time.

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