AS-NEEDED CALIFORNIA COASTAL COMMISSION CONSULTANT SERVICES - RFSQ

The County of Los Angeles Department of Beaches and Harbors is seeking qualified and experienced vendors to enter into Master Agreements to advocate, on an as-needed basis, the County’s interests on matters pending or to be brought before the California Coastal Commission. The successful consultants/advocates will assist the County in relations with the California Coastal Commission, its commissioners and staff, in achieving success in obtaining approvals relating to redevelopment efforts in Marina del Rey and County-owned and operated beaches. • The County is seeking vendors with a minimum of five years of experience within the last 10 years in consulting with public and private sector developers on California Coastal Commission proceedings on Local Coastal Program Amendments and coastal permits. • Vendors must demonstrate knowledge of the California Coastal Commission, including its history, governing law, regulations, staff, and rulings. • The initial deadline for submitting Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) is February 26, 2025, however, the County will continuously accept SOQs throughout the duration of the Master Agreement. • The term of the Master Agreement will be for a period of three years with four one-year renewal options. • The County reserves the right to cancel the RFSQ and to modify any and all terms and conditions of the RFSQ, including minimum qualifications.