26.18.QS

Santa Monica‑Malibu Unified School District is seeking a qualified firm to provide Class 1 Inspector‑of‑Record (IOR) services for the design‑build of new early‑education classrooms and extensive site improvements at Franklin Elementary School. The Inspector will be on‑site full‑time (≈40 hrs/week) for the entire construction period, ensuring compliance with California DSA requirements, producing daily and semi‑monthly reports, and coordinating with the District’s project manager and DSA officials. The contract will run for roughly 120 weeks, with a not‑to‑exceed fee to be negotiated, and the District expects a qualified, insured, and certified professional to manage inspections, documentation, and safety on an active K‑12 campus. • Provide full‑time Class 1 DSA‑certified inspection services for a 17,500 sf new building and site upgrades. • Deliver daily inspection reports, semi‑monthly summaries, and verified DSA Form 6 reports via Trimble (e‑Builder). • Must maintain required insurance, certifications, background checks, and be available for early‑morning, extended, or weekend inspections as needed. • Submit a 10‑page qualification package (cover letter, resumes, rate sheet, certifications) by April 15, 2026. • Anticipated service period: ~120 weeks (≈2.3 years) starting June 1, 2026.