Construction Manager at Risk - Vista Detention Facility Infrastructure _ Facility Upgrade.pdf

MAGGIE RAMSBERGER

ACTING DIRECTOR

DEPARTMENT OF PURCHASING AND CONTRACTING

5560 OVERLAND AVENUE, SUITE 270, SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92123-1204

Phone (858) 505-6367 Fax (858) 715-6452

BRENDA MILLER

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

July 28, 2026

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO - REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

GENERAL SERVICES

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK

VISTA DETENTION FACILITY INFRASTRUCTURE & FACILITY

UPGRADE

The County of San Diego (County) is requesting proposals (Proposal) from firms qualified to provide Construction Manager at Risk services for the preconstruction and construction phases of VISTA DETENTION FACILITY INFRASTRUCTURE & FACILITY UPGRADE

The delivery method for this Project is “Construction Manager at Risk” (CMAR). The Project will consist of a preconstruction phase and, at County’s option, a construction phase. During the preconstruction phase, the Contractor will collaborate with the County on existing conditions, design, constructability, cost, and schedule of the Project and develop a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the construction phase of the Project. Upon the County acceptance of the GMP, the County may exercise its option for the construction phase. If the County and the Contractor do not agree upon a GMP, the County may not exercise its option for the construction phase of the Project to the Contractor.

The estimated budget not to exceed for this Project, including all Contract Options, is $16,790,000.00.

The Contracting Officer for this solicitation is Kristen N. McEachron, Sr. Procurement Contracting Officer, kristen.mceachron@sdcounty.ca.gov.

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO – REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) 1659

DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK OF VDF INFRASTRUCTURE & FACILITY UPGRADE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ARTICLE 1 PROCUREMENT INFORMATION

1.1 RFP TIMELINE

1.2 PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE

1.3 QUESTIONS

1.4 PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL

1.5 BONDING AND INSURANCE

1.6 RETENTION

1.7 PREVAILING WAGE COMPLIANCE

1.8 LICENSING OF PROPOSER

1.9 VEHICLE EMISSIONS DISCLOSURE & COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT

1.10 NO SUBSTITUTIONS

ARTICLE 2 PROJECT OVERVIEW

2.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

2.2 PURPOSE

2.3 SCOPE OF WORK

2.4 BUDGET NOT TO EXCEED

2.5 FIRMS ASSOCIATED WITH PROJECT

ARTICLE 3 RFP INSTRUCTIONS AND RULES

3.1 RFP PROCESS

3.2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING A PROPOSAL

3.3 PROPOSAL ORGANIZATION

3.4 EVALUATION AND SELECTION

3.5 DEFINITIONS

3.6 COUNTY COMMITMENT

3.7 LATE, MODIFIED, OR WITHDRAWN PROPOSAL

3.8 INFORMATION AVAILABLE TO PROPOSERS

3.9 DUTY TO INQUIRE, QUESTIONS, AND EXPLANATION TO PROPOSERS

3.10 PROTEST PROCEDURE

3.11 DEBRIEF AND REVIEW OF CONTRACT FILES

3.12 PROPOSER COMMUNICATIONS

3.13 CLAIMS AGAINST THE COUNTY

3.14 SOLICITING EMPLOYEES

3.15 PROHIBITED CONTRACTS

3.16 PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE COMPLIANCE

3.17 CALIFORNIA REVENUE AND TAXATION CODE § 18662

3.18 W-9 FORM

3.19 COMMITMENT TO USE A SKILLED AND TRAINED WORKFORCE

3.20 DEBARMENT OF CONTRACTORS AND SUBCONTRACTORS

3.21 SUBCONTRACTORS, SUPPLIERS, AND OTHERS

ARTICLE 4 EVALUATION CRITERIA

4.1 ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS – PASS/FAIL

4.2 ACCEPTABLE SAFETY RECORD – PASS/FAIL

4.3 EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER – 20%

4.4 EXPERIENCE OF PERSONNEL – 20%

4.5 PROJECT PLAN – 20%

4.6 PRICE PROPOSAL – 20%

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4.7 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS – 10%

4.8 FINANCIAL STRENGTH – 10%

ARTICLE 5 SUBMITTAL ITEMS

5.1 PROPOSAL COVER PAGE (PC600)

5.2 REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS FORM (PC601)

5.3 PROPOSER INFORMATION

5.4 ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

5.5 SAFETY RECORD

5.6 EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER

5.7 EXPERIENCE OF PERSONNEL

5.8 PROJECT PLAN

5.9 PRICE PROPOSAL(S)

5.10 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

5.11 CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY EXHIBIT; NONDISCLOSURE INDEMNIFICATION

AGREEMENT (PC620)

5.12 AUTHORIZATION FOR RELEASE OF INFORMATION AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY FOR

REFERENCES

5.13 NON-COLLUSION DECLARATION

5.14 IRAN CONTRACTING ACT CERTIFICATION

5.15 FLEET COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION

5.16 SURETY DECLARATION FORM

ARTICLE 6 ATTACHMENTS

6.1 DIVISION 00 DOCUMENTS

6.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENT SPECIFICATIONS, DIVISION 01 DOCUMENTS

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ARTICLE 1 PROCUREMENT INFORMATION

1.1 RFP TIMELINE

Below is the County’s timeline for this RFP. This timeline is subject to change at any time. The County will issue an addendum for changes to the pre-proposal conference date, Questions due date, or proposal due date. The actual timing and sequence of events resulting from this RFP shall ultimately be determined by the County.

Event Description Date and Time (San Diego Time)

Pre-Proposal Conference August 4, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

Questions due August 18, 2026, prior to 5:00 p.m.

Proposals due September 15, 2026, prior to 3:00 p.m.

1.2 PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE

1.2.1 A pre-proposal conference will be held on the Date and Time listed in the timeline at the offices of the County of San Diego, 5530 Overland Avenue, Conference Room 124, San Diego, CA 92123. The County will provide an overview of the RFP process and may provide a program/technical overview and other information. Requests for clarification related to definition or interpretation of this RFP shall be submitted in writing via BuyNet as Questions in accordance with the section titled “Duty to Inquire, Questions, and Explanation to Proposers.” Attendance at the pre-proposal conference is encouraged but not mandatory.

1.2.2 Information provided by the County, both written and oral, at a pre-proposal conference is non-binding. Written information provided at a pre-proposal conference is not a Contract Documents and should not be relied upon by Proposers. Requests for clarification related to definition or interpretation of this RFP shall be submitted in writing via BuyNet as Questions in accordance with the section titled, “Duty to Inquire, Questions, and Explanation to Proposers.”

1.3 QUESTIONS

1.3.1 Questions regarding this RFP shall be submitted in writing via BuyNet to the Contracting Officer by the Date and Time listed in the timeline, in accordance with the section titled, “Duty to Inquire, Questions, and Explanation to Proposers.” Oral explanations or responses to Questions will not be binding upon the County.

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1.3.1.1 Please be aware that the County has changed its procedure for submitting Questions. In order to see all information related to this RFP, to submit Questions, and to receive notifications of updates, Proposers must select “Participate in RFx” for this solicitation in BuyNet. Questions should be submitted via BuyNet, by sending a message to the Contracting Officer through the “Discussions” functionality in accordance with the section titled, “Duty to Inquire, Questions, and Explanation to Proposers.” Non-Proposers should direct inquiries regarding this solicitation to the Contracting Officer.

1.3.2 Concerns or comments regarding this solicitation should be directed to the Contracting Officer.

1.4 PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL

1.4.1 The County has posted this solicitation on its official BuyNet website at https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/. Proposers should go to BuyNet for the most up-to-date information and to submit Questions and proposals. In order to see all information related to this RFP, to submit Questions, and to receive notifications of updates, Proposers must select “Participate in RFx” for this solicitation in BuyNet.

1.4.2 Proposer must submit a complete original proposal in accordance with the format provided in this solicitation to the County of San Diego, Department of Purchasing and Contracting through electronic upload to BuyNet by the Date and Time listed in the timeline.

1.4.3 If Proposer is unable to submit via BuyNet for any reason, Proposer may submit via electronic files on CD/DVD or a printed proposal at the Purchasing and Contracting front desk. If delivering the RFP at the Purchasing and Contracting front desk on the due date, Proposer should plan to arrive early, as parking may be limited. When submitting via BuyNet, allow extra time to submit by an alternate method in the event of technical difficulties.

1.4.4 The County's decision about the timeliness or responsiveness of any submitted document shall be final, and the County has the discretion to waive or not waive any non-material defect or nonconformance.

1.5 BONDING AND INSURANCE

1.5.1 Proposer shall demonstrate a minimum bonding capacity of 100% of the Budget NTE for all Contract Options in response to this RFP.

1.5.2 The selected Proposer shall provide a Payment Bond and Performance Bond as specified in the article titled “Insurance and Bonds” of the General Conditions.

1.5.3 The selected Proposer shall provide insurance as specified in as described in 00 73 16 Insurance Requirements.

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1.5.4 The successful Proposer shall provide Installation Floater/Builders Risk insurance including Acts of God for the total replacement cost of the Project, as described in 00 73 16 Insurance Requirements. (California Public Contract Code § 7105.)

1.6 RETENTION

The County will withhold retention in the amount of 5% of each progress payment. Pursuant to California Public Contract Code § 22300, the successful Proposer may substitute certain securities for funds withheld by County to ensure Proposer/Contractor’s performance under the Contract.

1.7 PREVAILING WAGE COMPLIANCE

1.7.1 The undertaking and accomplishment of this Project is required by State law to comply with the requirements of California Labor Code §§ 1770, et seq. Nothing in this RFP is intended to nor should be interpreted as contravening the provisions of that code.

1.7.2 The Proposer shall be fully knowledgeable of and shall comply with the provisions of California Labor Code § 1770, including the general prevailing wage rate requirements, requirements for subcontracts, and forfeiture penalties.

1.7.3 Department of Industrial Relations Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement:

1.7.3.1 County public works projects are subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) in accordance with California Labor Code § 1771.4(a)(1). As part of this program, contractors and subcontractors on public works projects are required to be registered with DIR in accordance with California Labor Code § 1725.5. Unregistered contractors are not qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, listed as a subcontractor, or engage in the performance of any public works contract, all as more particularly described in California Labor Code § 1771.1(a). The successful Contractor shall be required to post the job site with all notices required by regulations per California Labor Code § 1771.4(a)(2), whether or not the County also posts.

1.7.3.2 Pursuant to California Labor Code § 1770, the Director of the DIR has ascertained the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and a general prevailing rate for legal holiday and overtime work for each craft required for execution of the contract.

1.7.3.3 In accordance with California Labor Code § 1773.2, copies of the prevailing rate of per diem wages are on file and can be viewed during normal business hours at the County Department of Purchasing and Contracting, located at 5560 Overland Avenue, Suite 270, San Diego, CA 92123-1294. Contractor shall post a copy of the applicable prevailing wage rates at the job site.

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1.7.3.4 Wage rates set forth are the minimum that may be paid by the Contractor.

Nothing herein shall be construed as preventing Contractor from paying more than the minimum rates set. No extra compensation whatsoever will be allowed by the County due to the inability of the Contractor to hire labor at minimum rates, nor for necessity for payment by Contractor of subsistence, travel time, overtime, or other added compensations, all of which possibilities are elements to be considered and ascertained to the Contractor’s own satisfaction in preparing its Proposal.

1.7.3.5 If it becomes necessary to employ crafts other than those listed in the General Prevailing Wage Rate, Contractor shall obtain a wage rate determination. The rates thus determined shall be applicable as minimum from the time of initial employment. Contractor shall be responsible for paying the applicable rate.

1.7.3.6 Contractor and each subcontractor shall keep and make available accurate payroll record in accordance with California Labor Code §§ 1771.4(a)(3) and 1776. The record shall contain the names, addresses, social security numbers, work classifications, straight time and overtime hours worked each day and week, and the actual per diem wages paid to each journeyman, apprentice, worker, or other employee employed by Contractor and/or subcontractors in connection with the work. Payroll records shall be certified and shall be on forms provided by the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement or shall contain the same information as those forms. A copy of all payrolls shall be submitted weekly to in accordance with the Contract. Contractor and subcontractors’ certified payroll records shall be available for inspection at the principal office of Contractor, or at the job site should the principal office be located outside of San Diego County.

1.8 LICENSING OF PROPOSER

Unless otherwise provided in the Contract Documents, Contractor shall possess, at the time its Proposal is submitted, at the time the Contract is awarded, and at all times when Work is performed, a valid license in accordance with the provisions of the Contractor’s State License Law (Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 7000 et seq.) with the following license classification: Class “B” General Building Contractor.

1.9 VEHICLE EMISSIONS DISCLOSURE & COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT

All Proposers shall comply with California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) In-Use Off-Road Diesel- Fueled Fleets regulations in California Code of Regulations Title 13, Division 3 ( “Regulation”).

Proposers shall complete the attached Fleet Compliance Certification and, as applicable, submit valid Certificate(s) of Reported Compliance with the Proposal. In responding to this solicitation, it shall be the Proposer’s sole responsibility to evaluate and account for the cost of complying with all vehicle and equipment emissions requirements under this Agreement and applicable law, including the Regulation, in its Proposal.

1.10 NO SUBSTITUTIONS

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Pursuant to California Public Contract Code § 3400(c), the County has made findings designating certain materials, products, things, or services by specific brand or trade name. Such findings and the materials, products, things, or services and their specific brand or trade names are set forth in the 01 61 10 Products Specified by Brand Name. Proposers shall review the Contract Documents to understand the extent to which the Project incorporates those brand name materials, products, things, or services.

ARTICLE 2 PROJECT OVERVIEW

2.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

2.1.1 The Project will be delivered in one or more Contract Options. Refer to the section titled, “Contract Options,” within the 00 72 95 General Conditions and the section titled, “Contract Options for Extra Work,” within the 00 52 96 Agreement for additional information.

2.1.2 Contract Option 1 Security, Technology, and Anti‑Ligature Upgrade

2.1.2.1 Contractor shall phase Work, which shall be done while the facility is active and operational. Contractor shall minimize impact on ongoing operations.

2.1.2.2 Areas to receive upgrades: Security Phases

2.1.2.2.1 Central Control

2.1.2.2.2 Intake Booking

2.1.2.2.3 VDF Rec. Yards

2.1.2.2.4 Upper West

2.1.2.2.5 Lower West

2.1.2.2.6 East House

2.1.2.2.7 Medical/Kitchen

2.1.2.2.8 North House

2.1.2.3 The security system is designed and provided by Black Creek. Black Creek Scope is to provide smarts and parts with plan.

2.1.2.3.1 Main System - Replace the existing racks, mounted cabinets with new for Black Creek security system head end in all Comm Rooms.

Rack mounted UPS to provide power for security system. New monitors to be provided at Central Control and all Deputy Stations.

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2.1.2.3.2 Floor Racks and Cabinets - Demolish and install new security system racks located in the comm/security room of each area.

Rack mounted UPS to provide power for security system.

2.1.2.3.3 Backbone Cabling - Install 2 each, (12) strand fiber, single mode backbone to each com/security room with one 12 strand being dedicated for security. The backbone cabling will be configured in a radial distribution from the Central Control Comm room.

2.1.2.3.4 Security Cameras - Replace the existing cameras and cabling with new cameras and Cat 6 cabling. New corner mount cameras to be added throughout (Approximately 609 Cameras and 60 Video Intercoms).

2.1.2.3.5 Interface - Interface the new security system with the systems currently interfaced that include:

2.1.2.3.5.1 Intercoms - New intercoms to replace existing

(approximately 590).

2.1.2.3.5.2 Card readers - Interface with card readers.

2.1.2.3.5.3 Control Points - New control panels to control

inmate lights, flush valve system, televisions/receptacles, and inmate phones.

2.1.2.3.5.4 Perimeter gates, doors, roll-up doors and security door controls.

2.1.2.3.5.5 Elevators - Interface with existing elevators.

2.1.2.3.6 Lighting Control Panel - Replace the lighting control panels in each area with a system provided as an integral part of the security system.

2.1.2.3.7 Card Readers - Install Card Access points with hardware strikes on existing doors (approximately 10).

2.1.2.4 South House, Black Creek

2.1.2.4.1 Provide new intercoms in (E) areas per Spot & Dot map provided by County

2.1.2.4.2 Provide new cameras per plan provided by County

2.1.2.4.3 Provide one location, two (2) screen, Touch Screen workstation

2.1.2.4.4 Provide new racks and cabinets in new Comm Room

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2.1.2.5 South House, Additional Work (Sheet A11.13 - South House)

2.1.2.5.1 Replace lighting fixtures (a strip at each side) and provide new dimmer controls

2.1.2.5.2 Paint (E) perforated ceiling panels black

2.1.2.5.3 New 24” deep stainless-steel countertops

2.1.2.5.4 Provide speed brackets for support

2.1.2.5.5 New built-in casework

2.1.2.5.6 Formica panels underneath countertops

2.1.2.5.7 New floor finish

2.1.2.5.8 Paint (E) walls, door and door frame

2.1.2.6 South House, Comm Room

2.1.2.6.1 Attic Space above Deputy Station Comm Room

2.1.2.6.1.1 Remove existing cabinets Racks and old security

wiring

2.1.2.6.1.2 Install Terminal Strips to re-route wiring from Attic to new Comm Room

2.1.2.6.1.3 Existing Continental & Super Terms will stay, but more access control will be added

2.1.2.6.2 New Communication IDF at (E) Janitor’s Closet (Sheet A11.13 - South House)

2.1.2.6.2.1 Provide new wall and door for 4ft deep room

2.1.2.6.2.2 Core wall to outside for mini split

2.1.2.6.2.3 Install new Cabinets and Racks

2.1.2.6.2.4 Run wiring from attic terminal space to new cabinet

2.1.2.7 Central Control, Black Creek (Sheet A11.11 – VDF Central Yard)

2.1.2.7.1 Provide in two location, two (2) 3 screen, Touch Screen workstations

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2.1.2.7.2 Each workstation will have dual PC's so the Consoles will have capabilities of 4 independent workstations in emergency situations

2.1.2.7.3 Provide cameras per plan provided by County

2.1.2.8 Central Control, Additional Work

2.1.2.8.1 Replace lighting fixtures and provide new dimmer controls

2.1.2.8.2 Flip the supply and return locations in this room, provide new grills

2.1.2.8.3 Paint (E) T-bar grid black and provide new black ceiling tiles

2.1.2.8.4 New 24” deep stainless-steel countertops

2.1.2.8.4.1 Provide speed brackets for support

2.1.2.8.5 New built-in casework

2.1.2.8.6 PLAM wall skirting panels underneath countertops

2.1.2.8.7 New floor finish

2.1.2.8.8 New plumbing

2.1.2.8.9 No HVAC

2.1.2.8.10 Add additional power outlets

2.1.2.8.11 New key box

2.1.2.8.12 Paint (E) walls, window frames, door and door frame

2.1.2.9 Control IDF 3C17 (Sheet A11.11 – Communication Telephone IDF 3C17)

2.1.2.9.1 Equipment on south wall remains as is

2.1.2.9.2 Provide new freestanding server rack at north wall

2.1.2.9.3 2 cabinets out

2.1.2.9.4 Provide 3 wall mounted SEC cabinets on east wall

2.1.2.9.5 Remove all existing obsolete security wiring

2.1.2.10 Upper West Main Floor, Black Creek (Sheet A11.9 – Upper West Main Floor)

2.1.2.10.1 Lower West, Main Floor (Sheet A11.7)

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2.1.2.10.2 North House, Main Floor (Sheet A11.5). This is a split Deputy Station House.

2.1.2.10.3 There are two of everything required.

2.1.2.10.3.1 Provide new intercoms in (E) areas per Spot & Dot map provided by County, typical where occurs

2.1.2.10.3.2 Provide one location, one (1) PC, two (2) screen, Touch Screen workstation

2.1.2.10.3.3 Provide cameras per plan provided by County

2.1.2.11 Upper West Deputy Station, additional Work (Sheet A11.9 – Upper West Main Floor)

2.1.2.11.1 Lower West, Main Floor

2.1.2.11.2 North House, Main Floor. This is a split Deputy Station House.

2.1.2.11.3 There are two of everything required.

2.1.2.11.3.1 Replace lighting fixtures and provide new dimmer controls

2.1.2.11.3.2 Paint (E) T-bar grid black and provide new black ceiling tiles

2.1.2.11.3.3 New 24” deep stainless-steel countertops

2.1.2.11.3.4 Provide speed brackets for support

2.1.2.11.3.5 New built-in casework

2.1.2.11.3.6 Formica panels underneath countertops

2.1.2.11.3.7 New floor finish

2.1.2.11.3.8 Paint (E) walls, window frames, door and door

frame

2.1.2.11.4 Upper West IDF Communication 224 (UW Deputy Station, Sheet A11.8)

2.1.2.11.5 Lower West, Main Floor

2.1.2.11.6 North House, Main Floor

2.1.2.11.6.1 Remove existing cabinets and old security wiring

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2.1.2.11.6.2 Install new Black Creek Cabinets, Rack and wiring

2.1.2.12 Nurse/Deputy Station, Black Creek (Sheet A11.12 - VDF Medical, Shop/Locker, and Kitchen Areas – same level as Upper West)

2.1.2.12.1 Provide new intercoms in (E) areas per Spot & Dot map provided by County, typical where occurs

2.1.2.12.2 Provide one location, one (1) PC, two (2) screen, Touch Screen workstation

2.1.2.12.3 Provide cameras per plan provided by County

2.1.2.13 Nurse/Deputy Station, Additional work

2.1.2.13.1 Paint (E) T-bar grid black and provide new black ceiling tiles

2.1.2.13.2 New 24” deep stainless-steel countertops

2.1.2.13.3 Provide speed brackets for support

2.1.2.13.4 New built-in casework

2.1.2.13.5 Formica panels underneath countertops

2.1.2.13.6 New floor finish

2.1.2.13.7 Paint (E) walls, window frames, door and door frame

2.1.2.13.8 Window blinds to remain

2.1.2.14 IDF Communication Room (Sheet A11.12 - VDF Medical, Shop/Locker, and Kitchen Areas)

2.1.2.14.1 Remove existing cabinets and old security wiring.

2.1.2.14.2 Install new Black Creek Cabinets, Rack and wiring.

2.1.2.14.3 Relocate Card Access panels and add new cabinet or add on panel to add space for equipment

2.1.2.15 East House, Black Creek (Sheet A11.1– East House Main Floor)

2.1.2.15.1 Provide new intercoms in (E) areas per Spot & Dot map provided by County, typical where occurs

2.1.2.15.2 Provide one location, one (1) PC, two (2) screen, Touch Screen workstation

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2.1.2.15.3 Provide cameras per plan provided by County

2.1.2.16 East House, Additional Work (Sheet A11.1– East House Main Floor)

2.1.2.16.1 Replace lighting fixtures and provide new dimmer controls

2.1.2.16.2 Paint (E) T-bar grid black and provide new black ceiling tiles

2.1.2.16.3 New 24” deep stainless-steel countertops

2.1.2.16.4 Provide speed brackets for support

2.1.2.16.5 New built-in casework

2.1.2.16.6 Formica panels underneath countertops

2.1.2.16.7 New floor finish

2.1.2.16.8 Paint (E) walls, window frames door and door frame

2.1.2.17 IDF Communication Room (Below deputy station)

2.1.2.17.1 Demo existing controls and wiring

2.1.2.17.2 Create space for electrical equipment

2.1.2.17.3 Remove fire hose cabinets, toilet, sink and sump pump

2.1.2.17.4 Finish off all plumbing, confirm no other water entry points

2.1.2.17.5 Relocate toilet facilities in the main floor per plan location

2.1.2.18 Intake Deputy, 1N05 (Sheet A11.3 – VDF Intake, Booking and Release)

2.1.2.18.1 Black Creek scope for home station -

2.1.2.18.1.1 Electrical subcontractor under the CMAR

agreement. (additional input to be provided to selected bidders)

2.1.2.18.1.2 1 computer, two (2) 32” touchscreen monitors

2.1.2.18.2 Room Remodel -

2.1.2.18.2.1 Replace lighting fixtures and provide new dimmer controls

2.1.2.18.2.2 Paint (E) T-bar grid black and provide new black ceiling tiles

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2.1.2.18.2.3 New 24” deep stainless-steel countertops

2.1.2.18.2.4 Provide speed brackets for support

2.1.2.18.2.5 New built-in casework

2.1.2.18.2.6 Provide upper cabinet without doors and install task lighting underneath

2.1.2.18.2.7 Formica panels underneath countertops

2.1.2.18.2.8 New floor finish

2.1.2.18.2.9 Paint (E) walls, door and door frame

2.1.2.18.2.10 At east wall, cut bar, insert new angled window to be attack rated with 7/8” thick with polycarbonate laminated glass

2.1.2.19 Clerical, 1N12 – Home Station (Sheet A11.3 –Female Booking/Property)

2.1.2.19.1 Black Creek scope –

2.1.2.19.1.1 24” touchscreen

2.1.2.19.1.2 Home station will be overridden most times by CC

2.1.2.19.1.3 Remove and patch in old control console and wires

2.1.2.19.2 Release, IC22 – Home Station (Sheet A11.3 –Release)

2.1.2.19.3 Black Creek scope –

2.1.2.19.3.1 24” Touchscreen

2.1.2.19.4 Room Remodel -

2.1.2.19.4.1 Replace countertop only

2.1.2.19.4.2 Remove old wires

2.1.2.19.4.3 May be VE out

2.1.2.20 Clerical, IC23 – Home Station (Sheet A11.3 – Male Booking/Property)

2.1.2.20.1 Black Creek scope –

2.1.2.20.1.1 24” touchscreen

2.1.2.20.1.2 Replace countertop and cabinets

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2.1.2.20.1.3 Remove old wires

2.1.2.20.1.4 May be VE out

2.1.2.21 Female Intake, 1N23 - Home Station (Sheet A11.3 – VDF Female Intake)

2.1.2.21.1 Black Creek scope -

2.1.2.21.1.1 One 32” touchscreen monitor

2.1.2.21.1.2 May be VE out

2.1.2.21.2 Room Remodel -

2.1.2.21.2.1 Replace countertops, round out the corner like

existing

2.1.2.21.2.2 Provide open upper cabinets

2.1.2.22 Communications IDF, 2N09 at North House Lower-Level Mezzanine (Sheet A11.4 - VDF Information & Administration Floor)

2.1.2.22.1 Black Creek scope -

2.1.2.22.1.1 Old IDF equipment out, new cabinets will have

plenty of room.

2.1.2.23 Info/Cashier, 2N04 at North House Lower-Level Mezzanine (Sheet A11.4 - VDF Information & Administration Floor)

2.1.2.23.1 Black Creek scope -

2.1.2.23.1.1 One 24” monitor/PC

2.1.2.23.1.2 Maglocks belong to Black Creek

2.1.2.23.2 Room Remodel -

2.1.2.23.2.1 Replace lighting fixtures and provide new dimmer controls

2.1.2.23.2.2 Leave the T-bar and tile ceiling as is

2.1.2.23.2.3 New 24” deep stainless-steel countertops

2.1.2.23.2.4 Provide speed brackets for support

2.1.2.23.2.5 New built-in casework

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2.1.2.23.2.6 Formica panels underneath countertops

2.1.2.23.2.7 New floor finish

2.1.2.23.2.8 Paint (E) walls, window frames, door and door

frame

2.1.2.24 Black Creek General Notes

2.1.2.24.1 Axis IP Cameras consistent with other facilities

2.1.2.24.2 Indoor - Dome/Corner

2.1.2.24.3 Outdoor – Box with Glass Lenses on Housing

2.1.2.24.4 Scott/Matt to provide camera locations

2.1.2.24.5 Hybrid Gentec System with 30-day Local storage and Interfaces with Sheriff’s IT network for long term Cloud storage and Federation with County Wide Systems

2.1.2.24.6 New Intercom Stations (2-wire Harding) and Wire (4-wire cable)

2.1.2.24.7 Individual UPS units for each equipment room and workstation, APC Brad

2.1.2.24.8 Abandon Paging System

2.1.2.24.9 Single Mode Fiber for Backbone

2.1.2.24.10 Elevator Interface for Control via Touchscreen (2 Floors), Will Require coordination and hardware by Elevator Contractor

2.1.2.24.11 Utility Control (Lights, Receptacles, Plumbing) utilizing PLC Controls Interface Panels consistent with Bailey Facility design.

2.1.2.24.12 Non-Contact Visitation Phone Control

2.1.2.24.13 Provide Telephone Control (Discussion occurred that vendor will not use)

2.1.2.24.14 Lots of MagLocks, many in use in lieu of replacing original lock

2.1.2.25 Anti-Ligature Scope

2.1.2.25.1 Site visit Anti-Ligature (AL) scope coordinated from previous walk 11/14/24 site visit

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2.1.2.25.2 Roughly 420 cells (including all dayrooms, staging areas and holding cells) throughout to be upgraded per the following:

2.1.2.25.2.1 Replace existing sink bubbler with AL model Acorn Round Bubbler 4025-051-001

2.1.2.25.2.2 Fixed the bed to wall with metal angle

2.1.2.25.2.3 Bunk gaps to walls throughout will be filled with flat plate or angles welded to bed

2.1.2.25.2.4 Weld holes in beds

2.1.2.25.2.5 Remove existing vertical bed bracing and use

wedge anchors to replace wood slat benches with SS tops bench butted to walls, caulked to walls and SS post to floor

2.1.2.25.2.6 Replace cell stools with cantilever support with floor mounted stools

2.1.2.25.2.7 Replace existing surface mounted intercom boxes

with recessed mounted, operable part at 48”max A.F.F.

2.1.2.25.2.8 Do not lower existing location on doors

2.1.2.25.2.9 Provide existing Narcan dispensers with AL shroud

2.1.2.25.2.10 Ventilation grills and smoke detectors to be

replaced w/maximum 3/16” openings throughout

2.1.2.25.2.11 Medical Holder – Remove handrails and relocate

new SS benches against the walls

2.1.2.25.2.12 Triple bunk replacement at South House,

2.1.3 Contract Option 2 Flooring Upgrade

2.1.3.1 Provide new epoxy flooring.

2.2 PURPOSE

To utilize a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) process whereby a single contract will be awarded to include preconstruction services and, at County’s option, construction necessary to deliver the Project. The County may, for example, at its discretion, proceed with construction, but hire a different general contractor to build the Project. (Please refer to the section titled “Contractual Off-Ramp” of the 00 52 96 Agreement for additional information.)

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2.3 SCOPE OF WORK

Refer to 00 54 13 Scope of Work for additional information.

2.4 BUDGET NOT TO EXCEED

The Budget Not-To-Exceed (Budget NTE) for all Contract Options of the Construction Manager at Risk contract is $16,790,000.00. Refer to the Price Proposal(s) for the County’s estimates of Direct Pass-Through Costs, Allowances, and County Controlled Contingency. Refer to the section titled, “Budget Not-to-Exceed” in 00 52 96 Agreement for additional information.

2.5 FIRMS ASSOCIATED WITH PROJECT

2.5.1 The County of San Diego engaged the following firms to provide design, environmental, and construction documents for this construction procurement:

SVA Architects, Inc.

2010 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Ste. 105 Del Mar, California 92014

2.5.2 The firms noted above have been associated with this Project and are provided for informational purposes only. This information is not intended to be relied on for purposes of compliance with any conflict-of-interest rules or applicable laws or regulations affecting this Project. The Proposer is solely responsible for due diligence in identifying and avoiding all potential conflicts of interest related to contracting for, and construction of, this Project.

ARTICLE 3 RFP INSTRUCTIONS AND RULES

3.1 RFP PROCESS

3.1.1 RFPs shall normally be made available on the County of San Diego’s BuyNet Website at https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov. If you are unable to download this document, you may request a hard copy from Purchasing and Contracting’s front desk or contact clerical support at (858) 505-6367.

3.1.2 To the extent required by California Public Contract Code § 20103.7, upon request from a contractor plan room service, the County shall provide an electronic copy of the Contract Documents at no charge to the contractor plan room service.

3.1.3 The County reserves the right to host pre-proposal conference(s). If scheduled, the date, time, and location for the pre-proposal conference(s) will be as set forth in this RFP or as otherwise provided on BuyNet.

3.1.4 Proposers must submit all Questions by the due date and time specified herein.

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3.1.5 Proposals received, including any additions, revisions, and clarifications, will be evaluated by a Source Selection Committee (SSC) appointed by a Source Selection Authority(s)

(SSA).

3.1.6 If, at any point in the selection process, the County determines that a proposal will no longer be considered for award, the Contracting Officer will attempt to notify the Proposer.

3.1.7 During the selection process, the SSA may determine that a Proposer’s proposal is no longer in the competitive range and that it will no longer be considered for award.

3.1.8 The County reserves the right to request clarification and/or additional information from Proposers. The Contracting Officer will determine the appropriate means of clarification, which may include telephonic, email, letter, presentations, oral interviews, or as an addendum or revision to the proposal. The County is not obligated to seek clarification, so Proposers are advised to submit complete and accurate information in the proposal.

3.1.9 The County may invite Proposers to make a presentation to, or participate in interviews with, the County at a date, time and location determined by the County.

3.1.10 At any point in the selection process, the SSA may authorize discussions to be held with one or more Proposers in the competitive range. Discussions may include requests for revised proposals, Best and Final Offers (BAFOs), or addenda to the proposal, and may contain additional selection factors.

3.1.11 The SSC may recommend to the SSA that award be made to one or more Proposers.

3.1.12 After receipt and approval of the SSA’s decision, the Contracting Officer will post a Notice of Intent to Award.

3.1.13 Upon Posting of the Notice of Intent to Award (NOI) a contract to the Proposer(s) whose proposal(s) has been ranked highest by the County on the basis of best value to the County, the Contracting Officer may enter into contract finalization negotiations and, upon the successful completion, award a contract(s).

3.1.14 The County may rescind or modify the NOI at any time for any reason or for no reason.

3.1.15 The County may, at any time, restart evaluations, modify or replace the membership of the SSC, or correct any deficiencies in the procurement process or evaluation.

3.1.16 The County, in its sole discretion, shall determine the timing and sequence of events described in this RFP.

3.1.17 In the event that a Proposer is involved in a merger, acquisition, or other change in control, the County reserves the right to award a contract to a resulting entity.

3.1.18 All proposals become the property of the County. A Proposer may request the return of its proposal upon withdrawal as specified in the section titled, “Late, Modified, or Withdrawn Proposal,” which return County may grant or deny in its sole discretion.

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3.1.19 The County has the right to withhold all information regarding this procurement until after contract award, including but not limited to: the number of proposals received; identity of Proposer(s); content of proposals; the County evaluation and results; and the identity of the members of the SSC. Information releasable after award is subject to the disclosure requirements of the Public Records Act, California Government Code § 7920.000 and following.

3.2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING A PROPOSAL

3.2.1 It is the Proposer’s responsibility to submit a proposal based on the most current RFP, addenda thereto, responses to Questions, any Information Available to Proposers, and any other information posted on BuyNet. Proposers must consistently check BuyNet for information and must comply with anything posted on BuyNet relating to this RFP. The County has no obligation to contact Proposers directly with any such RFP-related information.

3.2.1.1 In order to see all information related to this RFP, to submit Questions, and to receive notifications of updates, Proposers must select “Participate in RFx” for this solicitation in BuyNet.

3.2.2 Proposers shall submit one original proposal prior to the date and time specified and through the means specified in the section titled, “Proposal Submittal.”

3.2.3 When requested, Proposer shall submit additional copies of the proposal in the manner requested. Copies should be clearly marked as copies and numbered.

3.2.4 For proposals submitted electronically through BuyNet, the time on the BuyNet server shall be considered the official time for purposes of determining timely submittal. For proposals submitted at the Purchasing and Contracting front desk, the time stamp at the front desk shall be considered official time for purposes of determining timely submittal.

3.2.5 In the event of multiple submittals of an original proposal by a Proposer, the County will only consider the most recent submittal submitted by the due date and time. The County will not review or consider previous submittals, whether submitted at the front desk or through BuyNet. Proposers are strongly encouraged to submit only one original proposal and withdraw or replace any previous submittals in the event they choose to update their proposal. Proposals may be found non-conforming if the County is unable to determine which is the most recent, timely submittal.

3.2.6 All signatures required by this RFP shall be signed by an authorized officer or employee of the Proposer. Scanned images of pages containing original signatures are acceptable for submission of an electronic file. Electronic or digital signatures will not be accepted.

3.2.7 The proposal must be submitted in compliance with the following format, unless otherwise specified in this RFP:

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3.2.7.1 Submit electronic proposals as files in .pdf format. Separate each exhibit into one or more files. Clearly name files as to the exhibit and order. Other pages may be scanned or converted to .pdf from other file formats. Converted and searchable formats are preferred.

3.2.7.2 Proposals shall be formatted to print on 8-1/2” x 11” page size with no less than ½” margins and eleven (11) point font. Proposals may include 11”x17” page sizes where required by this RFP.

3.2.7.3 Pages shall be consecutively numbered within the bottom or top margin of each page, including attachments.

3.2.7.4 Each proposal shall be typed and be concise but comprehensive. Proposals shall not include unnecessarily elaborate brochures, visual or other presentations, or artwork beyond what is sufficient to present a complete and effective proposal.

3.2.7.5 Proposers shall submit one file for Forms, Qualifications, Price Proposal, and Proposal Attachments. If applicable, Proposers shall submit a second file with Section 5 - Confidential/Proprietary Exhibit components of their proposal.

3.3 PROPOSAL ORGANIZATION

3.3.1.1 Cover Page signed by an authorized officer or employee

3.3.1.2 A Table of Contents listing, by page number, the contents of the proposal.

3.3.1.3 Section 1 – Qualifications

3.3.1.3.1 Essential Requirements

3.3.1.3.2 Safety Record

3.3.1.3.3 Experience of Proposer

3.3.1.3.4 Experience of Personnel

3.3.1.4 Section 2 – Project Information

3.3.1.4.1 Project Plan

3.3.1.4.2 Price Proposal

3.3.1.5 Section 3 – Forms

3.3.1.5.1 PC 600 Form

3.3.1.5.2 Representations and Certifications Form

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3.3.1.5.3 Proposer Information Form

3.3.1.5.4 Listed Subcontractors Form

3.3.1.5.5 Disclosure Requirement to Listed Subcontractors Forms

3.3.1.5.6 Self-Performed Work Form

3.3.1.5.7 Non-Collusion Declaration

3.3.1.5.8 Iran Contracting Act Certification

3.3.1.5.9 Fleet Compliance Certification

3.3.1.5.10 Surety Declaration Form, Notarized

3.3.1.5.11 Authorization for Release of Information and Waiver of Liability for References

3.3.1.5.12 Contract Terms and Conditions Form and, if applicable, a description of issues with Contract Documents

3.3.1.6 Section 4 – Proposal Attachments

3.3.1.6.1 Licenses for Proposer and Listed Subcontractors

3.3.1.6.2 Evidence of Current Registration with Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) for Proposer and Listed Subcontractors

3.3.1.6.3 Evidence of General Liability Insurance Coverage, Professional Liability Insurance Coverage, and Workers’ Compensation Coverage

3.3.1.6.4 Statement by Workers’ Compensation insurance carrier verifying periods of workers’ compensation insurance coverage for the last five years

3.3.1.6.5 Evidence of Financial Strength

3.3.1.6.6 Letter from Surety Insurer

3.3.1.6.7 Organizational Documents or Agreement Committing to Form the Organization

3.3.1.6.8 Contractor Assessment Reports, if any

3.3.1.6.9 Any other required information.

3.3.1.7 Section 5 – Confidential/Proprietary Exhibit (if applicable).

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3.3.1.7.1 Confidential/Proprietary Exhibit

3.3.1.7.2 Completed and signed Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement

3.4 EVALUATION AND SELECTION

3.4.1 The County will evaluate proposals in accordance with the article titled, “Evaluation Criteria,” and the Submittal Items.

3.4.2 The County has the discretion, but not the obligation, to construe any submission as non-conforming and ineligible for consideration if it does not conform to the requirements of the Request for Proposals. The County shall also have the discretion to waive any non-material irregularities or deviations from the requirements of the Request for Proposals in any submission.

3.4.3 The County may consider information known to the County in addition to the information provided in response to the RFP.

3.4.4 When evaluating Proposer’s proposal, the County may consider the environmental impact of proposed products and delivery of services. For more information, Proposers shall refer to the Board of Supervisors Policy B-67, Environmentally Preferable Procurement.

Proposers are encouraged to include such information in their proposals.

3.4.5 When evaluating a Proposer’s pricing, the County may also consider the effect of the proposal on the overall total cost to the County.

3.5 DEFINITIONS

Capitalized terms used herein, but not defined herein, have the definitions provided in 00 72 95 General Conditions.

3.6 COUNTY COMMITMENT

3.6.1 This RFP does not commit the County to award a Contract. Nor does the RFP commit the County to pay any cost incurred in the submission of a proposal or in making necessary studies or designs for the preparation thereof. Further, no reimbursable cost may be incurred in anticipation of or prior to contract execution.

3.6.2 The County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals received as a result of this RFP or to separately procure the same or similar goods or services.

3.6.3 The County reserves the right to terminate this RFP in part or in its entirety at any time prior to contract execution.

3.6.4 No prior, current, or post award communication with any officer, agent, or employee of the County shall affect or modify any terms or obligations of this RFP except as explicitly provided for in this RFP.

3.7 LATE, MODIFIED, OR WITHDRAWN PROPOSAL

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3.7.1 A proposal that is received but that is not received at the office or by the electronic means designated in the RFP by the time specified for receipt will not be considered unless:

3.7.1.1 The proposal is received before award is made;

3.7.1.2 The County determines that it is in its best interest to accept the proposal; and either

3.7.1.2.1 The proposal was sent by mail or personal delivery and the County determines that the late receipt was due solely to mishandling by the County after receipt by the County; or

3.7.1.2.2 No timely and conforming proposal was submitted.

3.7.2 Proposals may not be modified after the due date, except when the Contracting Officer requests a revised proposal or Best and Final Offer (BAFO) or issues an addendum to the proposal so permitting.

3.7.3 Proposals may be withdrawn by written notice signed by a duly authorized representative of Proposer if received prior to time and date proposals are due.

3.7.4 Proposals constitute firm offers, subject to negotiation, that shall remain open and may not be revoked, withdrawn, or modified for a period of six months from the time and date proposals are due.

3.7.5 Any request to withdraw a proposal after time and date proposals are due must be made in accordance with California Public Contract Code § 5100 et seq. and must be submitted in writing within five (5) working days of the time and date proposals are due specifying in detail the basis for request for withdrawal.

3.8 INFORMATION AVAILABLE TO PROPOSERS

3.8.1 Non-Sensitive Information Available to Proposers is posted on BuyNet. Sensitive Information Available to Proposers, if any, may be obtained from the Contracting Officer upon execution and delivery of a Nondisclosure Agreement (NDA), which may be obtained from the Contracting Officer.

3.8.2 County, its agents, advisors, and representatives make no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of any Information Available to Proposers. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Information Available to Proposers may include certain statements, estimates, and projections provided by or with respect to the County. Such statements, estimates, and projections reflect various assumptions made by the County, which may or may not prove to be correct. No representations are made by the County as to the accuracy of such statements, estimates, projections, or assumptions.

3.8.3 Refer to the section titled, “Information Available to Proposers,” in 00 72 95 General Conditions, for additional information.

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3.9 DUTY TO INQUIRE, QUESTIONS, AND EXPLANATION TO PROPOSERS

3.9.1 Should a Proposer find discrepancies in or omissions from, or be in doubt as to the meaning of, the RFP or related documents, Proposer must immediately notify the County.

Such notifications or other requests for explanation regarding the RFP or related documents shall be directed to the Contracting Officer in writing as a question (“Question”).

3.9.2 In order to see all information related to this RFP, to submit Questions, and to receive notifications of updates, Proposers must select “Participate in RFx” for this solicitation in BuyNet. Questions should be submitted through BuyNet by sending a message to the Contracting Officer using the “Discussions” functionality. Proposer is responsible for ensuring that Questions are received by the County. The County may choose not to respond to Questions received after the due date for Questions listed herein.

3.10 PROTEST PROCEDURE

3.10.1 County Board of Supervisors Policy A-97, Protest Procedures for Award of Contracts, sets forth the procedures for filing and resolving protests related to this RFP. Board Policy A- 97 is available from the Clerk of the Board, 1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101, or on the internet at https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/san_diego/latest/overview.

3.10.2 All protests must be filed in accordance with Board Policy A-97, which requires among other things that a protest must be filed timely, be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer identified in the solicitation package, and be based on a protestable action and established grounds for protest.

3.11 DEBRIEF AND REVIEW OF CONTRACT FILES

3.11.1 Proposer may request a “debriefing” from the Contracting Officer on the findings about Proposer’s proposal (with no comparative information about proposals submitted by others) after Proposer has been notified by the Contracting Officer that the Proposer’s proposal is no longer being considered for award.

3.11.2 After contract execution, the proposals, the Source Selection Committee Report, and any other releasable documents may be reviewed. Copies of any documents desired by the requestor will be prepared at the requestor’s expense in accordance with current County rates for such copies.

3.12 PROPOSER COMMUNICATIONS

3.12.1 All communications from the Proposer (including Proposer’s employees, agents, and representatives) to the County or the County’s officers and employees (including consultants working on or assisting with this procurement) related to this RFP or the Proposer’s proposal must be directed in writing exclusively to the Contracting Officer, unless otherwise authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer. The County, in its sole discretion, may eliminate the Proposer from consideration for contract award for any improper contact.

https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/san_diego/latest/overview

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3.12.2 If Proposer issues any public announcement or otherwise engages in communication that, in the County’s sole determination, compromises the integrity of this RFP process or attempts to restrain competition, Proposer may be removed from consideration for award.

3.12.3 Audio and/or video recording of pre-proposal conferences, presentations, discussions, negotiations, debriefings, or other communications with the County regarding this RFP are prohibited, unless specifically authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer.

3.13 CLAIMS AGAINST THE COUNTY

Neither Proposer nor any of its representatives shall have any claims whatsoever against the County or any of its respective officials, agents, or employees arising out of or relating to this RFP or these procedures (other than those arising under a definitive contract with Proposer in accordance with the terms thereof).

3.14 SOLICITING EMPLOYEES

Until contract award, Proposers shall not, directly or indirectly, solicit any employee of the County to leave the…