Description
This Caltrans RFQ seeks a qualified architectural‑and‑engineering (A&E) firm to provide on‑call structure construction engineering and inspection services for District 07 (Ventura and Los Angeles counties). The contract is an indefinite‑delivery, on‑call agreement with an estimated value of $21.8 M–$35.5 M over a three‑year term, and includes a fixed 10 % profit and defined escalation rates. The scope covers construction‑phase engineering, inspection, contract administration, change‑order management, material testing, and daily reporting, but expressly excludes design, hydraulic, traffic, environmental, geotechnical, and IT services. Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) by September 21 2026, attend an interview on October 6 2026, and meet stringent personnel certification requirements (PE, AWS QC‑1, ASNT Level II, PCI, etc.).
• Core services: structure construction engineering, on‑call inspection, contract administration, change‑order and claim support, material testing, daily/weekly reporting.
• Geographic focus: Ventura & Los Angeles Counties (District 07 West), with possible extensions up to 30 mi beyond district boundaries.
• Personnel requirements: Certified PE contract manager (≥5 yr responsible experience, ≥10 yr inspection), task order manager, structure representative, assistant representative, and transportation engineering technician with specific licenses and certifications.
• Financial terms: Fixed 10 % fee‑for‑profit, escalation schedule (1.71 % Year 1, 3.42 % Years 2‑4), no DBE goal (removed by 2025 IFR), and a 10 % cap on non‑A&E incidental services.