When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due July 9, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 1, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $1,000,000 – $2,000,000.

It was issued by City of Santa Maria. The work is located in Santa Maria, California, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Proven experience in environmental planning and permitting for municipal projects. Expertise in environmental compliance, technical studies, and cultural resource services. Ability to provide staff augmentation and support across various project types. Experience with public outreach and stakeholder coordination. Familiarity with California's regulatory and environmental landscape.

Environmental Planning and Permitting Services (Due July 9, 2026)

Overview

Environmental, Water & Energy

Santa Maria, California, United StatesPosted: June 16th, 2026Deadline: July 9th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Santa Maria, California seeks a consultant for comprehensive environmental planning and permitting support across multiple municipal projects, including compliance and public outreach.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a minimum of five years of recent experience providing environmental planning, environmental review, permitting, regulatory compliance, and related consulting services for California public agencies, transportation agencies, utilities, or comparable public-sector clients.
Must possess a valid and current City of Santa Maria Business Tax Certificate prior to commencing work.
Must provide insurance as specified in the agreement, including Commercial General Liability, Business Auto, Workers' Compensation, Errors and Omissions, and Cyber Liability.
Must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) in compliance with California Labor Code sections 1771.1 and 1725.5.
Must comply with State prevailing wage laws for public works projects.
Must provide an electronic copy of the proposal and schedule of fees through PlanetBids.

BUDGET

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$1,000,000 – $2,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

24 months

TIMELINE

Release Date: June 10th, 2026

Submit Clarifications / Questions: July 1st, 2026

Proposal Due Date: July 9th, 2026

Selection: August 4th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 1st, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City of Santa Maria

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Santa Maria, California seeks a qualified vendor to provide environmental planning and permitting services. The selected consultant will supplement municipal staff across a variety of capital improvement, transportation, utility, parks and recreation, and other grant–funded and private development projects. Responsibilities include offering environmental support throughout project design and construction phases.

The vendor will deliver technical studies and analyses, facilitate public outreach and stakeholder coordination, and support environmental compliance efforts, including stormwater management and cultural resource assessments. Services also encompass environmental review for development projects and grant-funded initiatives. All questions regarding this RFP must be submitted by July 1, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due July 9, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 1, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $1,000,000 – $2,000,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City of Santa Maria. The work is located in Santa Maria, California, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Proven experience in environmental planning and permitting for municipal projects
Expertise in environmental compliance, technical studies, and cultural resource services
Ability to provide staff augmentation and support across various project types
Experience with public outreach and stakeholder coordination
Familiarity with California's regulatory and environmental landscape

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