Economic Analysis and Valuation of Edwards Aquifer Water Rights for Forbearance

The Edwards Aquifer Authority (EAA) seeks proposals for an economic analysis and valuation of its Edwards Aquifer Groundwater withdrawal rights forbearance programs. Having administered two drought-related water rights suspension programs for 13 years, the EAA plans to update them over the next year and needs to determine the appropriate value for contracted rights. Offerors must submit a Proposal Summary, Cost Proposal Summary, Project Subcontracting Plan, and three client references for similar water valuations completed within the past 10 years. Written questions are due November 24, 2026, and proposals must be submitted via BidNet or by physical delivery with a USB copy by December 2, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time. The EAA will evaluate proposals based on Commercial Quality & Responsiveness (45 points), Cost Factors (40 points), Project Subcontracting Plan (10 points), and Financial Stability (5 points). Facsimile and email submissions are not accepted.