Description
Los Angeles County Public Works seeks two qualified firms to provide on‑call geotechnical professional and technical services for both federally funded and non‑federally funded projects throughout the county. The contract is a 3‑year base term with two optional 1‑year extensions (maximum 5 years) and a total not‑to‑exceed ceiling of $5 million, to be split between the two awardees. Proposals must demonstrate a licensed California geotechnical engineer staff, three‑year recent experience, and compliance with extensive mandatory requirements (insurance, financial reviews, sustainability, etc.). An optional virtual pre‑bid conference is scheduled for 20 Oct 2026; questions are due 27 Oct 2026; proposals are due 10 Nov 2026. Successful firms will be on‑call, providing engineering analyses, site investigations, reports, and related technical support as needed for County projects.
• Scope: Geotechnical investigations, subsurface analysis, design recommendations, report preparation, and technical consulting for public works projects.
• Delivery: On‑call basis; work may be required on County holidays.
• Duration: 3 years (up to 5 years with options).
• Funding: $5 M total ceiling, shared between two firms.
• Mandatory qualifications: Licensed PE/GE/PG/CEG, 3 yr relevant experience, insurance, registration on County “Do Business With Public Works” portal, and compliance with California/ federal financial audit requirements.
• Evaluation: 100‑point scoring (45 % background, 5 % references, 50 % approach/work plan) plus possible oral interview.