Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) is seeking qualified architectural and engineering firms to provide full‑service design, engineering, and project‑management for tenant‑improvement of two new Head Start preschool centers located within the Jordan Downs public‑housing development. The work includes schematic design, detailed design, construction administration, and close‑out for both sites, which are currently delivered as shell structures by the housing authority. The contract will be awarded to a firm that demonstrates relevant experience, appropriate staffing, and the ability to meet LACOE’s insurance and compliance requirements.
• Scope: Architectural, civil, structural, and MEP engineering services for complete interior renovation of two preschool shells (phases S5 and H3A).
• Required deliverables: design documents, cost estimating, scheduling, construction administration, compliance with Head Start program standards, and final close‑out documentation.
• Mandatory submissions: response file, Exhibit B (Reference Sheet), Exhibit C (Proposed Fees), Exhibit E (Non‑Collusion Certification), Exhibit F (Debarment Certification).
• Evaluation criteria include expertise (25 pts), references (15 pts), past performance, staffing, work plan, and cost.
• Bid must be submitted electronically via the PlanetBids portal by 3:00 p.m. PST on 16 Feb 2026; questions due by 4 Feb 2026.