County_of_Orange_RFP-080-2990004-IS_-_Reference_Template.docx

This is a Reference Template document issued by the County of Orange, OC Public Works Procurement Department for RFP-080-2990004-IS, a solicitation for general services to support OC Development Services. The RFP seeks qualified firms to provide Planning, Building, and Engineering (PBES) plan review and inspection services, encompassing building and safety services, engineering services, planning services, environmental services, and inspection services for public and private construction projects. Respondents must demonstrate a minimum of five years of direct experience in relevant professional services, maintain a full-time service office in Southern California (preferably Orange County), and hold appropriate state licenses and certifications. The proposal closing date is March 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with submission required exclusively through the County's eProcurement Portal. No mandatory pre-submittal meeting or site visit is required. The contract will commence July 26, 2026, for an initial three-year term with one optional two-year renewal subject to mutual written agreement and County Board of Supervisors approval. Evaluation will occur in two phases: Phase 1 written response (600 points maximum) and Phase 2 presentation/interview (400 points maximum).

Respondents must provide three or more excellent references from work performed within the past five years, with at least three references required from public sector entities, and references must complete the attached questionnaire by March 3, 2026. Compensation will be determined on a time-and-materials basis with hourly rate fees negotiated between the selected Contractor and the County prior to work initiation. The County of Orange offers a 5 percent preference adjustment for certified Local Small Business (OCLSB) enterprises, or 8 percent if certified as both OCLSB and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE). Respondents must comply with prevailing wage requirements under California Labor Code and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including commercial general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate), professional liability ($2,000,000), and pollution liability ($1,000,000). The Contractor is responsible for all operational costs including photocopying, communications, and transportation, and personnel must be available to work at County offices during office hours with inspectors reporting at 6:30 AM. No price increases are permitted during the first contract term without documented proof and a minimum 180-day advance notice.