GC 0124-26 W100 SODO Station rfqpa final1.pdf

Request for Qualifications and Proposed Approach for General Contractor/Construction Manager (GC/CM) Services for

W100 SODO STATION

GC 0124-26

AUGUST 2026

THE PREPARATION OF THIS DOCUMENT HAS BEEN FINANCED IN PART

THROUGH A GRANT FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION, UNDER THE URBAN MASS

TRANSPORTATION ACT OF 1964, AS AMENDED, AND IN PART BY THE CENTRAL

PUGET SOUND REGIONAL AUTHORITY (SOUND TRANSIT).

THIS PROCUREMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO ONE OR MORE FINANCIAL

ASSISTANCE CONTRACTS BETWEEN SOUND TRANSIT AND THE U.S.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, WHICH INCORPORATE THE CURRENT FTA

MASTER AGREEMENT AND CIRCULAR 4220.1G AS AMENDED.

W100 SODO Station Rev. July 2026

GC/CM - RFQ/PA RTA/ GC 0124-26

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 – OVERVIEW

1.1 INTRODUCTION

1.2 DETERMINATION OF REASONS FOR USING GC/CM

1.3 OVERVIEW OF GC/CM’S ROLE

1.4 RFQ/PA DOCUMENTS

1.5 COMMUNICATIONS WITH SOUND TRANSIT AND REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

1.6 PRE-SOQ MEETING

1.7 COST OF RESPONDING TO RFQ/PA AND RFFP

1.8 COMPLIANCE WITH RFQ/PA AND RFFP

1.9 FIRMS PRECLUDED FROM COMPETITION

1.10 JOINT VENTURES

SECTION 2 – SCHEDULE

SECTION 3 – SCOPE OF GC/CM SERVICES

3.1 PRECONSTRUCTION SERVICES

3.2 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

3.3 DESIGN AND OWNER REPRESENTATIVE TEAM MEMBERS

3.4 ESTIMATED TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COST

3.5 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS AVAILABLE TO PROPOSER

SECTION 4 – SELECTION, AWARD, AND CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS

4.1 SELECTION PROCESS

4.2 FINAL SELECTION

4.3 PRECONSTRUCTION SERVICES NEGOTIATIONS AND AGREEMENT AWARD

4.4 SUBCONTRACTOR SELECTION

4.5 MACC NEGOTIATIONS AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AWARD

4.6 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

SECTION 5 – ADDENDA AND CLARIFICATIONS

5.1 ADDENDA AND CLARIFICATIONS

SECTION 6 – SOQ SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

6.1 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

6.2 LATE SOQS

SECTION 7 – CONTENTS OF SOQ

7.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

7.2 GENERAL STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION (SOQ) FORMAT

7.3 LETTER OF INTEREST

7.4 BONDING AND INSURANCE CAPACITY

7.5 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

SECTION 8 – PUBLIC DISCLOSURE

8.1 PROPERTY OF SOUND TRANSIT

8.2 SOQS AND FINAL PROPOSALS ARE PUBLIC RECORDS

8.3 PUBLIC RECORDS EXEMPTION

8.4 SOQS AND FINAL PROPOSALS NOT MARKED AS CONFIDENTIAL

8.5 PROCESS FOR DISCLOSING INFORMATION

8.6 INDEMNIFICATION BY PROPOSER

8.7 NO CLAIM AGAINST SOUND TRANSIT

SECTION 9 – DEBRIEFING AND PROTEST PROCEDURES

9.1 DEBRIEFING

9.2 PROTESTS AND APPEALS PROCESS

9.3 CANCELLATION AND REJECTION

SECTION 10 – FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

10.1 APPLICABILITY OF FEDERAL GRANT CONTRACT

10.2 COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT REQUIREMENTS

10.3 INCORPORATION OF FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION TERMS

10.4 FEDERAL FUNDING LIMITATION

10.5 FTA REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 11 – SOUND TRANSIT CIVIL RIGHTS PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

11.1 CIVIL RIGHTS PROGRAM

11.2 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (SMALL BUSINESS) PROGRAM

11.3 PREVAILING WAGES

ATTACHMENT 1 – PROJECT OVERVIEW

ATTACHMENT 2 – RFQ/PA EVALUATION CRITERIA

ATTACHMENT 3 – REQUIRED FORMS

ATTACHMENT 4 – REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

ATTACHMENT 5 – PROJECT INFORMATION

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND PROPOSED APPROACH FOR

GC/CM SERVICES FOR

W100 SODO STATION

RTA/GC 0124-26

SECTION 1 – OVERVIEW

1.1 Introduction

The Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority (Sound Transit) is requesting a Statement of Qualifications and Proposed Approach (SOQ) from experienced proposers to provide General Contractor/Construction Manager (GC/CM) Services for the construction of the W100 SODO Station (“Project”). This Project consists of contract package W100, SODO Station, is generally located in Seattle, WA next to the existing SODO Station along SODO (E3) Busway. W100 includes the new SODO Station, associated roadway, site and utility work, and interfaces to several other contracts.

Firms interested are invited to submit an SOQ in accordance with the requirements set forth in this

RFQ/PA.

Contract: Preconstruction Services Agreement through 100% Design

Estimated Contract Period: 24 months

Estimated Preconstruction Cost: $6,000,000 to $8,000,000.

Contract: GC/CM Construction Services Contract for Mini-MACCs, and at the MACC for the full price of construction

Estimated Construction Period: 4 years

Estimated Total Contract Price: $150,000,000 to $225,000,000

1.2 Determination of Reasons for Using GC/CM

Sound Transit has determined that GC/CM is the appropriate project delivery method for this contract based on the reasons listed below:

The GC/CM delivery method allows for early Contractor engagement to inform the schedule and phasing, especially around constructability challenges near an operating light rail line. Due to the specialized nature of the construction work associated with this scope of work, early Contractor engagement is essential to the success of these elements below:

• Interfacing and planning with Sound Transit Operations and KC Rail for work adjacent to, above and potentially below the Link Light Rail 1 Line;

• Complex phasing and sequencing of all construction work to minimize impacts to ST link light rail operations;

• Complex phasing and planning with SCL (and ST Operations) for the relocation of the 230kV transmission line relocation within the E3 busway;

• Interfacing with trackwork and systems contractor on the complex sequencing of work around SODO Station to minimize light rail outages;

• Interface and coordination with multiple 3rd party stakeholders (including but not limited to USPS, King County Metro, SDOT, SCL, multiple underground utility owners);

• Informing construction means and methods and addressing construction and public safety risks for work near active power lines and operating light rail system.

• Informing construction means and methods to assist with permit requirements, maintenance of traffic (vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle) and temporary construction easement needs including areas and durations.

From a schedule perspective, the GCCM would allow for some construction to begin before design is completed if the work is broken into mini-MACC packages, which will be beneficial for the time-sensitive elements of the scope (e.g., transmission line relocation, 4th Ave mitigations). Early Contractor engagement could help the project achieve more schedule certainty.

1.3 Overview of GC/CM’s Role

Sound Transit seeks the services of a GC/CM to provide construction expertise during the preconstruction phase that will support the Owner and Designer in developing a well-informed, constructible, and cost-effective design. This includes providing constructability input, cost estimating, value engineering, risk identification and mitigation strategies, and development of phasing and sequencing approaches to minimize impacts and avoid costly changes during construction.

During the preconstruction phase, the GC/CM (referred to as the “Consultant” under the Preconstruction Services Agreement) will collaborate closely with Sound Transit and the design team to refine project requirements, validate design decisions, and align the project scope, budget, and schedule. These efforts are intended to establish a clear and achievable basis for construction and support successful negotiation of the Maximum Allowable Construction Cost (MACC).

Following successful negotiation and agreement of the MACC, Sound Transit intends to enter into a Construction Agreement with the GC/CM (referred to as the “Contractor”) to complete construction of the project, with continuity of team, approach, and project understanding established during preconstruction.

1.4 RFQ/PA Documents

The RFQ/PA documents are available through Sound Transit’s Contracting Opportunities website at:

https://www.biddingo.com/soundtransit

While solicitation documents may also be accessible through local plan centers, only firms that obtain documents directly from the website will be recognized as registered plan holders. Registered holders may receive notifications of addenda, meeting notices, and other relevant project information, if issued.

Proposers are advised that notification services provided through the website are not guaranteed. It is the sole responsibility of all interested parties to regularly review the website for updates and ensure they have the most current information.

Sound Transit assumes no responsibility for any damages resulting from reliance on the website or the information provided therein.

1.5 Communications with Sound Transit and Requests for Information (RFI)

A. Submit all inquiries concerning this solicitation, including Request for Information (RFIs), using the "Ask Question" link for this solicitation at www.biddingo.com/soundtransit. Inquiries must reference the appropriate section and paragraph number of the solicitation documents.

B. Sound Transit must receive RFIs by the date and time indicated in the table, next to the “Last day for Proposers to submit RFIs/Questions” set out in “Article 2 Schedule”. Sound Transit may modify this date via Addenda.

C. Sound Transit may elect to provide answers to RFIs to all Proposers without regard to any confidentiality or commercial sensitivity. All Sound Transit responses will be in writing.

D. Proposer’s communication concerning this solicitation shall only be sent to:

Cathy Roberts - Lead Contract Specialist E-mail: cathy.roberts@soundtransit.org Ref: RFQ/PA No. RTA/GC 0124-26

E. If a Proposer communicates about this solicitation with Authorities Having Jurisdiction, third-party entities, or Sound Transit representatives other than the assigned Contracts Specialist listed above, the Proposer’s firm may be disqualified from further participation in this procurement.

1.6 Pre-SOQ Meeting

A. A Pre-SOQ Meeting will be held to discuss the project, response requirements, respond to questions, and encourage networking with other interested firms. This meeting will be held at the time and location noted in Section 2. Attendance at the Pre-SOQ meeting is optional but recommended for all interested parties.

https://www.biddingo.com/soundtransit mailto:cathy.roberts@soundtransit.org

This meeting will be held in person at 705 5th Ave So, Bldg. 705, First Floor Seattle, WA 98104 and will be provided virtually via Microsoft Teams. Please use the link below:

https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/276387686743003?p=fm3TxnmYfjy uf5ZTor

See Section 2 for the pre-SOQ meeting date.

1.7 Cost of Responding to RFQ/PA and RFFP

All costs incurred by firms choosing to participate in this RFQ/PA and RFFP process shall be borne by the proposing firms.

1.8 Compliance with RFQ/PA and RFFP

Failure by a Proposer to comply with the requirements set forth in this RFQ/PA or any subsequent RFFP may, at Sound Transit’s sole discretion, result in the Proposer’s SOQ or Final Proposal being deemed non-responsive and eliminated from further consideration.

Sound Transit reserves the right to reject any or all SOQs or Proposals, to cancel or reissue this solicitation at any time, and to waive any informalities, minor irregularities, or technical defects in the submissions received, provided such waiver is determined to be in the best interest of Sound Transit and does not prejudice the competitive process.

1.9 Firms Precluded from Competition

Firms that participated in the preparation of this RFQ, the subsequent RFFP, or in program-level engineering services for Sound Transit are not eligible to participate in the SOQ/RFFP process for this procurement. However, certain firms identified below may be eligible to join the selected team following contract execution, subject to Sound Transit’s approval.

Proposers are prohibited from contacting any of the firms listed below regarding this solicitation or any related matters. All communications, questions, and requests for information concerning this SOQ and the subsequent RFFP must be directed solely to the Sound Transit point of contact identified in Section 1.5.

Connect Seattle Partners WSP USA Inc.

Mott MacDonald, LLC Krebs Corporation Jacobs Engineering SYSTRA International Bridge Technologies

KPFF

Shannon and Wilson Dr. Sauer & Partners Corporation https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/276387686743003?p=fm3TxnmYfjyuf5ZTor https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/276387686743003?p=fm3TxnmYfjyuf5ZTor

1.10 Joint Ventures

Proposers submitting an SOQ as a Joint Venture must demonstrate that the Joint Venture has been established prior to SOQ submission. Each Joint Venture member must be legally authorized to do business in the State of Washington as required by law.

For purposes of the SOQ and selection process, a Joint Venture Formation Document may consist of a Joint Venture Agreement, teaming agreement, memorandum of understanding, term sheet, or other legally binding agreement executed by all Joint Venture members that demonstrates the relationship and obligations of the parties. At a minimum, the document must:

A. Define the Joint Venture structure, governance, and relationship of the parties, including a plan for communications with Sound Transit and stakeholders;

B. Include a responsibility matrix identifying the services, functions, and decision-making authority of each party during design and construction;

C. Address ownership of work product, dispute resolution procedures, and the term or duration of the arrangement, D. Identify the intended managing venturer and key leadership structure for the Project; and

E. Acknowledge that the parties intend to be jointly and severally liable for performance of the Contract if awarded.

The Joint Venture Formation Document submitted with the SOQ is provided solely for evaluation purposes and need not be the final Joint Venture Agreement under which the Project will be performed.

If the Joint Venture is selected as the highest-ranked Proposer and invited to negotiations, the Joint Venture shall, prior to contract execution, provide a final Joint Venture Agreement and all licenses, registrations, and organizational documents required by applicable law and the Contract Documents.

The Contract shall be awarded to and executed by the Joint Venture entity. Performance and payment bonds shall be issued in the name of the Joint Venture, and each Joint Venture member shall be jointly and severally liable for the obligations of the Joint Venture.

Nothing herein shall be construed to waive or modify any contractor registration, licensing, or bidder responsibility requirements imposed by Chapters 18.27 RCW or 39.04 RCW.

SECTION 2 – SCHEDULE

The following is the current anticipated schedule for solicitation, selection, preconstruction phase and construction phase services:

DATE ACTIVITY

08/12/2026 First Public Advertisement of Request for Qualifications in Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce newspaper and on https://www.biddingo.com/soundtransit

8/21/2026 Pre-SOQ meeting at 10:00 am at Sound Transit’s Rosa Park Conference Room, 1st floor, 705 5thSouth Jackson Street, Seattle, Washington (or) via Microsoft Teams see Section 1.6 for details.

8/27/2026

Last day for Proposers to submit RFIs/Questions

9/11/2026 Statement of Qualifications Due on or before 2:00 p.m. PDT at https://www.biddingo.com/soundtransit

Week of 10/12/2026 Short-listed firms notified and notification to unsuccessful firms sent

Week of 10/19/2026 Finalist firms issued RFFPs

Week of 10/26/2026 Interviews with short-listed firms

11/10/2026 Final Proposals due from finalist firms, public opening, and identification of highest scoring proposer

February, 2027 Issue Preconstruction Services NTP

February, 2029 Issue Construction NTP

February, 2033 Construction Complete

SECTION 3 – SCOPE OF GC/CM SERVICES

3.1 Preconstruction Services

The GC/CM will perform preconstruction services to support the progression of the design and establish a well-defined, constructible, and cost-aligned project. These services include constructability review, cost estimating and cost control, schedule development, phasing and sequencing planning, value engineering, and risk identification.

The GC/CM will also provide input on construction approaches, logistics, market conditions, and procurement strategies to help inform design decisions and reduce the potential for cost growth and schedule impacts during construction.

A draft Preconstruction Services Agreement outlining the anticipated scope of services is included as an attachment to this RFQ/PA.

3.2 Construction Services

Upon successful negotiation of the MACC and execution of a GC/CM Construction Agreement, the GC/CM will undertake construction of the Project and deliver the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents and applicable provisions of RCW 39.10.340 through .410. The GC/CM will actively manage and coordinate all construction activities, including subcontractor procurement and oversight, construction execution, quality control, safety, schedule performance, and cost management.

The GC/CM is expected to apply the knowledge and continuity developed during preconstruction to efficiently construct the Project, address field conditions, and maintain alignment with the established budget and schedule. Work specifically identified in the Contract Documents as the responsibility of others will be excluded from the GC/CM’s scope.

3.3 Design and Owner Representative Team Members

1. Designer of Record: Jacobs Engineering Group

3.4 Estimated Total Construction Cost

Sound Transit’s current target budget for all Work to be provided under the GC/CM Construction Services Contract is $150,000,000 - $225,000,000 escalated and exclusive of Washington State sales tax and preconstruction services.

3.5 Reference Documents Available to Proposer

A. Reference Documents 1-: Reference Documents. See Attachment 4

B. Please see the below project websites for general project information:

https://www.soundtransit.org/get-to-know-us/documents-reports/west-seattle-link-extension-final-environmental-impact-statement https://www.soundtransit.org/sites/default/files/documents/12a-WSLE-FinalEIS-AppendixJ-drawings-part-1.pdf https://www.soundtransit.org/sites/default/files/documents/12b-WSLE-FinalEIS-AppendixJ-drawings-part-2.pdf

SECTION 4 – SELECTION, AWARD, AND CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS

4.1 Selection Process

A. Evaluation of SOQs - The initial phase of the selection process will consist of an evaluation of the SOQs in accordance with the criteria set forth in this RFQ/PA. Sound Transit may conduct such reviews, investigations, and reference checks as it determines necessary to assess the qualifications of Proposers.

As part of this evaluation, the Selection Committee will consider information provided through proposer references and may also consider other relevant information obtained from additional sources, including publicly available information and Sound Transit’s prior experience with the Proposer.

B. Evaluation Summary –

Criteria Weight

Letter of Interest 0 points

Insurance and Bonding Capacity: Capacity to Perform the Work Pass/Fail https://www.soundtransit.org/get-to-know-us/documents-reports/west-seattle-link-extension-final-environmental-impact-statement https://www.soundtransit.org/get-to-know-us/documents-reports/west-seattle-link-extension-final-environmental-impact-statement https://www.soundtransit.org/sites/default/files/documents/12a-WSLE-FinalEIS-AppendixJ-drawings-part-1.pdf https://www.soundtransit.org/sites/default/files/documents/12a-WSLE-FinalEIS-AppendixJ-drawings-part-1.pdf https://www.soundtransit.org/sites/default/files/documents/12b-WSLE-FinalEIS-AppendixJ-drawings-part-2.pdf https://www.soundtransit.org/sites/default/files/documents/12b-WSLE-FinalEIS-AppendixJ-drawings-part-2.pdf

Accident Prevention Program Pass/Fail

Qualifications of the Proposer and Past Performance 70 points

Experience and Technical Competence of Key Personnel 120 points

Self-Performance and Subcontracting Plan 50 points

Proposer’s Approach to Executing the Project 70 points

Proposer’s Approach to Economic Development Small Business Inclusion 50 points

Proposer’s Commitment and Compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity

20 points

Labor Relations (Apprentice, Priority Hire) 20 points

RFQ/PA Total Points Possible 400 points

Interview(s) 500 points

Final Proposal – GC/CM Fee and SGC’s 100 points

Total Points Possible 1000 points

C. Short-List - Based on the results of the RFQ/PA evaluation, Sound Transit will identify the highest ranked Proposers (“Finalists”) to advance to the next phase of the procurement, which will include interviews and submission of a Final Proposal. Sound Transit intends to shortlist three (3) Proposers; however, the number of shortlisted Proposers will not exceed five (5).

D. Interviews - Prior to the interviews, Sound Transit will provide shortlisted Proposers with interview questions and relevant information regarding format and expectations. The interviews will be structured to allow the Selection Committee to better understand each team’s composition, key personnel, and approach to delivering value during the preconstruction phase.

The Selection Committee reserves the right to ask follow-up or additional questions during the interview.

E. Final Proposals - Sound Transit will issue a Request for Final Proposals (RFFP) to each of the finalists. The RFFP will provide details on the form and format of Final Proposals. The pricing scores will be added to the RFP/PA and Interview scores.

4.2 Final Selection

A. The Proposer receiving the highest total score based on the Selection Committee’s evaluation of the SOQ, interview, and Final Proposal will be selected to enter into negotiations with Sound Transit for the Preconstruction Services Agreement. In the event of a tie in total score, the Proposer submitting the lowest responsive Final Price Proposal will be selected.

B. Prior to execution of the Preconstruction Services Agreement, Sound Transit reserves the right to request such additional information as it deems necessary to clarify or verify the information provided by the selected Proposer in its SOQ and Final Proposal.

4.3 Preconstruction Services Negotiations and Agreement Award

A. Sound Transit intends to enter into negotiations with the highest-ranked Proposer to finalize the scope and terms of the Preconstruction Services Agreement. Negotiations will be based on the draft Preconstruction Services Agreement included with this RFQ/PA, with additional instructions regarding the negotiation process to be provided in the subsequent RFFP.

B. If Sound Transit is unable to reach agreement with the highest-ranked Proposer, Sound Transit reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to suspend or terminate negotiations and initiate negotiations with the next highest-ranked Proposer.

C. While Sound Transit’s intent is to successfully negotiate and execute a Preconstruction Services Agreement with the highest-ranked Proposer, Sound Transit reserves the right to cancel the procurement at any time if it determines that doing so is in its best interest.

4.4 Subcontractor Selection

Proposers must include, as part of their SOQ/PA, a description of their proposed approach to subcontractor procurement, including any potential use of alternative subcontractor selection processes as described under RCW 39.10.385.

A. Any such information is requested for evaluative purposes only and will not constitute approval or acceptance by Sound Transit of the proposed use of alternative subcontractor selection procedures. The use of any alternative subcontractor selection process will be subject to Sound Transit’s prior approval and must be supported by project-specific justification, consistent with applicable statutory requirements.

B. Sound Transit intends to retain active oversight of all subcontractor procurement processes and reserves the right to review, approve, and/or direct subcontracting methods to ensure compliance with RCW 39.10, maintain fair and open competition, and protect the integrity of any subcontracting process.

4.5 MACC Negotiations AND Construction Contract Award

A. Following successful negotiation of the MACC, Sound Transit will finalize the GC/CM Construction Services Contract and request approval of the Sound Transit Board to enter into a contract.

B. Failure to Negotiate MACC. If Sound Transit and the GC/CM are unable to reach agreement on the Maximum Allowable Construction Cost (MACC), or if Sound Transit determines that sufficient funding is not available, Sound Transit may, in its sole discretion, suspend or terminate negotiations and proceed with the Project as otherwise permitted by law. Such termination shall be effective upon written notice to the GC/CM.

In the event that a MACC is not established and a Construction Services Contract is not executed, the GC/CM shall have no claim against Sound Transit for failure to enter into a Construction Agreement.

If Sound Transit determines that the inability to reach agreement on the MACC is attributable to the GC/CM, Sound Transit reserves the right to preclude the GC/CM from participating in any subsequent procurement for construction of the Project, including any re-procurement using a design-bid-build or other delivery method. If the failure to reach agreement is not attributable to the GC/CM, Sound Transit may, at its discretion, allow the GC/CM to participate in subsequent procurement.

4.6 Contract Terms and Conditions

A. Sound Transit’s Preconstruction Services Agreement and Construction Services Contract are posted online with the RFQ/PA.

1. The Proposer acknowledges and agrees that it has carefully read the Agreement and Contract terms for this project and agrees to be bound by them.

2. If the Proposer has any exceptions to the General Terms and Conditions for GC/CM Preconstruction or Construction Services, exceptions shall be submitted as a separate PDF file, from the finalists only, as part of the Request for Final Proposals

(RFFP).

SECTION 5 – ADDENDA AND CLARIFICATIONS

5.1 Addenda and Clarifications

A. Proposers shall not rely upon any oral statements or conversations they may have with Sound Transit employees, agents, or representatives regarding this solicitation.

B. Clarifications or interpretations by Sound Transit will be in the form of a written response.

C. Changes or modifications to the solicitation documents will be made in the form of written Addendum. If an Addendum is issued, all provisions that are not modified remain unchanged.

D. Sound Transit will post Addenda and Clarifications to https://www.biddingo.com/soundtransit.

E. It is the Proposer’s responsibility to obtain and acknowledge all Addenda as requested.

F. Failure to acknowledge addenda may result in Sound Transit declaring the SOQ or Final Proposal non-responsive.

SECTION 6 – SOQ SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

6.1 Submittal Requirements

All SOQ documents shall be submitted electronically through the Sound Transit Vendor Portal System www.biddingo.com/soundtransit on or before the date and time specified in Section 2.

6.2 Late SOQs

SOQs may not be accepted by Sound Transit after the date and time specified. Sound Transit assumes no responsibility for delays in SOQ submission.

SECTION 7 – CONTENTS OF SOQ

7.1 General Requirements

A. The SOQ shall be submitted in accordance with the Evaluation Criteria. Sound Transit reserves the right to request additional information to clarify or verify the information provided.

B. Proposers are encouraged to submit clear, complete, and accurate information in accordance with the format prescribed in Section 7.2. The SOQ/PA should be prepared in a concise manner, providing straightforward and relevant information that will enable the selection committee to readily review and evaluate the information. SOQs should avoid duplication of information.

C. SOQs that do not address each of the evaluation criteria may be rejected as non-responsive or will receive corresponding lower scores for those criteria.

D. It is the Proposer’s responsibility to provide accurate contact information for references.

7.2 General Statement of Qualification (SOQ) Format

A. In order for Sound Transit to efficiently compare and evaluate qualifications, all SOQs must be submitted in the following order and in accordance with the Evaluation Criteria in the following format.

1. Letter of Interest (limited to 1 pages) in accordance with 7.3,

2. Table of Contents (identifying the major components of the SOQ and Appendix materials)

3. Responses to Evaluation Criteria

4. Appendix

a. SOQ Forms (Attachment 3)

b. Signed Bonding and Insurance Capacity Letters

c. Org Charts - Preconstruction and Construction

d. Resumes

e. Safety Information

f. EEO Statement of Policy and Dissemination Plan

g. Copy of the Joint Venture Formation Document, see Section 1, 1.10 above. (if applicable) Resumes (limited to 2 pages per key personnel)

B. Page Limit Structure – The Statement of Qualification (SOQ) should be no more than 20 pages.

Extraneous pages exceeding the page count will be removed from the SOQ and not evaluated.

1. Page counts will be determined as follows:

a. 8-1/2 x 11 sheets will count as one page,

b. 11 x 17 sheets will count as two pages except when used for organizational charts or schedules.

2. The following will be excluded from the page count:

a. Letter of Interest

b. Table of Contents and any dividers used. These items shall not include additional text beyond identifying the sections or pictures.

c. Documents included in the Appendix (see Section 7.2 A.4. above)

3. Basic text must be a minimum of 10 pt. in a sanserif based accessible font. 8 pt may be used for organizational charts.

7.3 Letter of Interest

The Proposer shall include a Letter of Interest with the SOQ. The Letter of Interest is not an element of the Evaluation Criteria and should include the following:

A. RFQ/PA title and number;

B. Name and contact information of person who will be providing requested financial documents if awarded the contract.

C. Overall point of contact for the procurement to assist with future meeting scheduling and document gathering should the Proposer be shortlisted, selected for interviews, and/or for future negotiations as the highest ranked firm.

D. A brief overview of the team including relevant experience, qualifications and approach to the project, highlighting the team’s ability to deliver value to Sound Transit.

E. A statement indicating whether the Proposer takes any exceptions to the terms and conditions of the solicitation, or that no exceptions are taken. Proposer is to follow the exceptions process outlined in 4.6 above should they have exceptions.

7.4 Bonding and Insurance Capacity

The Proposer shall include information to demonstrate the ability of the firm to provide a separate labor, material and tax payment bond and performance bond for this Project, each in the amount of 100% of the Total Contract Cost (as defined in Chapter 39.10, RCW) considering both this Project and other anticipated volumes of work. The Proposer shall also demonstrate the ability of the firm to provide the Project’s insurance requirements.

Firms that are unable to demonstrate their ability to meet insurance and bonding requirements will be disqualified from further consideration.

A. Bonding Capacity: The Proposer must demonstrate the ability to provide separate labor, material, and tax payment and performance bonds, each in an amount equal to 100% of the Total Contract Cost (as defined in RCW 39.10), taking into account the Proposer’s current and anticipated workload.

Proposers shall include, in an Appendix, a signed letter from a surety stating that the surety is prepared to issue the required bonds for this Project. The letter shall confirm the surety’s commitment to bond the Proposer if selected and include contact information for the surety representative.

The surety must be:

• Registered with the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner;

• Listed on the State’s Authorized Insurance List;

• Rated A-VII or better in A.M. Best’s Key Rating Guide; and

• Included in the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Circular 570.

B. Insurance Capacity: The Proposer must demonstrate the ability to meet the Project’s insurance requirements Proposers shall include a signed letter of Certificate of Insurance from their insurance agent confirming this capability, along with agent contact information. For joint ventures or partnerships, the letter must address the entity performing the Work.

7.5 Minimum Qualifications

Prior to execution of the Preconstruction Services Agreement and the GC/CM Construction Contract Sound Transit will verify that the selected Proposer meets the mandatory proposer or bidder responsibility criteria as outlined in RCW 39.04.350.

In addition, please review Attachment 2 - Evaluation Criteria. Failure to meet all required pass/fall criteria may result in the Proposer being deemed non-responsive and the Proposer may be eliminated from further consideration.

Proposers must also demonstrate that they are eligible to receive public contracts in Washington State, comply with applicable industrial insurance requirements, and are not disqualified from bidding on public works projects due to prevailing wage violations, debarment, or other statutory restrictions.

SECTION 8 – PUBLIC DISCLOSURE

8.1 Property of Sound Transit

SOQs submitted in response to this RFQ/PA shall become the property of Sound Transit

8.2 SOQs and Final Proposals are Public Records

Pursuant to Chapter 42.56 RCW, SOQs and Final Proposals submitted under this RFQ/PA shall be considered public records and with limited exceptions will be available for inspection and copying by the public. Except to the extent protected by state and or federal laws, SOQs and Final Proposals shall be considered public documents and available for review and copying by the public after an award of contract recommendation is made to the Sound Transit Board.

8.3 Public Records Exemption

In accordance with RCW 39.10.470 (2), trade secrets (as defined in RCW 19.108.010) or other proprietary information submitted by a Proposer in connection with this RFQ/PA, shall not be subject to public disclosure under chapter 45.26 RCW if the Proposer specifically states in writing the reasons why protection from disclosure is necessary, and identifies the data or materials to be protected. Proposers shall specifically designate and clearly label as "CONFIDENTIAL” all such materials or portions thereof that they deem to contain trade secrets or other proprietary information, which may be exempt from public inspection and copying. The Proposer shall provide the legal basis for the exemption to Sound Transit upon request.

8.4 SOQS and Final Proposals Not Marked as Confidential

If a SOQ or Final Proposals does not clearly identify the "CONFIDENTIAL" portions, Sound Transit will not notify the Proposer that its SOQ or Final Proposals will be made available for inspection and copying.

8.5 Process for Disclosing Information

If a request is made for disclosure of material or any portion marked "CONFIDENTIAL," Sound Transit will determine whether the material should be made available under the law. If Sound Transit determines that the material is not exempt and may be disclosed, Sound Transit will notify the Proposer of the request and allow the Proposer ten (10) business days to take appropriate action pursuant to RCW 42.56.540. If the Proposer fails or neglects to take such action within said period, Sound Transit may release the portions of the SOQ or Final Proposal deemed subject to disclosure.

8.6 Indemnification by Proposer

To the extent that Sound Transit withholds from disclosure all or any portion of Proposer’s documents at Proposer’s request, Proposer shall agree to fully indemnify, defend and hold harmless Sound Transit from all damages, penalties, attorneys' fees and costs Sound Transit incurs related to withholding information from public disclosure.

8.7 No Claim Against Sound Transit

By submitting a SOQ or Final Proposal, the Proposer consents to the procedure outlined in this section and shall have no claim against Sound Transit because of actions taken under this procedure.

SECTION 9 – DEBRIEFING AND PROTEST PROCEDURES

9.1 Debriefing

Proposers may request a debriefing no later than ten (10) business days after Sound Transit issues a Notice of Intent to Award to a Finalist. Debriefings may include a review of the debriefed Proposer's total score, overall ranking, the strengths and weaknesses of its SOQ, interview, and Final Proposal. Debriefs are not meant to be a page-by-page analysis of the proposal, or a point-by-point comparison of proposals received. Sound Transit limits the discussion to only that information relative to the Proposer.

9.2 Protests and Appeals Process

Interested parties have a right to seek resolution of any concerns, issues, or perceived wrongs associated with this RFQ/PA. Upon receipt of a timely written protest, issues of concern will be researched and a written determination to the protesting party will be issued by Sound Transit’s Contracts Officer. Sound Transit’s Protests and Appeals Process is available at:

https://www.soundtransit.org/sites/default/files/documents/procurement-contracts-protest-appeal-requirements.pdf https://www.soundtransit.org/sites/default/files/documents/procurement-contracts-protest-appeal-requirements.pdf https://www.soundtransit.org/sites/default/files/documents/procurement-contracts-protest-appeal-requirements.pdf

9.3 Cancellation and Rejection

Sound Transit reserves the right to reject SOQs and Final Proposals at any time and to choose not to award and/or execute a contract(s) up to the time Sound Transit signs the contract documents, even after a notice of selection has been issued. Proposers acknowledge that a notice of selection confers no right of contract. A decision by Sound Transit to cancel the procurement and/or not enter into a contract will not result in any claims or causes of action for costs or damages by any Proposer against Sound Transit.

SECTION 10 – FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

10.1 Applicability of Federal Grant Contract

This procurement may be subject to one or more financial assistance contracts between Sound Transit and the U.S. Department of Transportation, which incorporate the current FTA Master Agreement and FTA Circular 4220.1G as amended. The Proposer is required to comply with all terms and conditions prescribed for third party contracts in this solicitation.

10.2 Compliance With Current Requirements

Federal laws, regulations, policies, and administrative practices may be modified or codified after the date of any contract executed based on this RFQ/PA. To assure compliance with changing federal requirements, such contracts will require that the Proposer (Contractor) agree to accept all changed requirements that may apply to the contracts to be executed based on this RFQ/PA.

10.3 Incorporation of Federal Transit Administration Terms

All contractual provisions required by DOT, as set forth in FTA Circular 4220.1G as amended and the FTA Master Grant agreement, are hereby incorporated by reference. Anything to the contrary herein notwithstanding, all FTA mandated terms shall be deemed to control in the event of a conflict with other provisions contained in this solicitation. The Proposer shall not perform any act, fail to perform any act, or refuse to comply with any Sound Transit request that would cause Sound Transit to be in violation of the FTA terms and conditions.

10.4 Federal Funding Limitation

The Proposer understands that funds to pay for the Proposer’s performance under the contracts to be executed based on this RFQ/PA are anticipated to be made available from the United States Department of Transportation through the FTA. Sound Transit's obligation hereunder is payable from funds that are appropriated and allocated by FTA for the performance of the contracts to be executed. If funds are not allocated, or ultimately are disapproved by FTA, Sound Transit may terminate or suspend Proposer’s services without penalty. Sound Transit will notify the Proposer promptly in writing of the non-allocation, delay or disapproval of funding.

10.5 FTA Requirements

The selected Proposer shall comply with the FTA requirements included in the contracts to be executed based on this RFQ/PA.

SECTION 11 – SOUND TRANSIT CIVIL RIGHTS PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

11.1 Civil Rights Program

Sound Transit has adopted a Civil Rights Program, which is included as a reference to this RFQ/PA and is located at the following website: https://www.biddingo.com/soundtransit . The Sound Transit Civil Rights Program addresses the following subjects:

1. Sound Transit’s Policies

2. FTA Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program

3. Sound Transit’s Small Business Program

4. Sound Transit’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Goals

5. Federal Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Requirements

6. Sanctions for Non-Compliance with Non-Discrimination or Diversity Program Requirements

7. Flow-Down Requirements

8. Civil Rights Program Submittals After Notice of Award

11.2 Economic Development (Small Business) Program

Sound Transit promotes and encourages small business participation.

On October 3, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued an Interim Final Rule (IFR) that removed race and sex-based presumptions of social and economic disadvantage for purposes of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification. The IFR implements new regulations in 49 CFR Part 26 and temporarily prohibits the use of DBE goals in contracts receiving federal funding executed after October 3, 2025. Accordingly, no DBE goal has been established for this solicitation and contract, and DBE participation will not be counted toward a goal. Sound Transit promotes and encourages proposers to continue to solicit participation from, and honor commitments to, Small Businesses and firms that reflect all communities in the Sound Transit marketplace.

All references to DBE firms or DBEs throughout shall be interpreted as DBEs certified under the new regulations.

A business will be presumed to meet the Small Business size standard and be a Small Business if the business falls within one of the following categories:

1. Is certified by the Washington State Office of Minority and Women Business Enterprise (OMWBE) as Small Business Enterprise (SBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Woman Business Enterprise (WBE), Minority/Women Business Enterprise (MWBE), Public Works Small Business Enterprise (PWSBE), Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (SEDBE), or LGBTQ Business Enterprise

(LGBTQBE). To obtain a listing of firms certified by OMWBE, contact OMWBE at 360-664-9750

- or access a listing at http://www.omwbe.wa.gov/certification

2. Is certified by King County’s SCS program, whereas the Small Business Administration (SBA) Small Business standards are a criterion.

The following Small Business and DBE Goals are:

DBE Goals: 0%

As part of Preconstruction Services, the GC/CM will work with Sound Transit to develop a Comprehensive Economic Development Plan that will maximize the participation of DBE/Small Business firms on the project.

The Comprehensive Economic Development Plan (CED) will establish a specific approach to achieve the DBE/Small Business commitment for this Contract, as well as methods for monitoring actual Small Business participation and updating the plan to ensure that the commitments are met.

11.3 Prevailing Wages

The prevailing wage rates included in the GC/CM Construction Services Contract are provided for reference only at this time. Prevailing wage rates in effect at the time of GC/CM Construction Services Contract execution shall apply and will become part of the Construction Services Contract.

END OF RFQ/PA

http://www.omwbe.wa.gov/certification

W100 SODO Station RFQ/PA No. RTA/GC 0124-26 Rev Date: July 2026

Attachment 1 - Project Oveview

ATTACHMENT 1 –

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Attachment 1 - Project Overview

ATTACHMENT 1 – PROJECT INFORMATION

PROJECT LOCATION

The W100 contract package, SODO Station, is generally located in Seattle, WA next to the existing SODO Station along SODO (E3) Busway.

PROJECT BACKGROUND

The West Seattle Link Extension (WSLE) will provide fast, reliable light rail connections to dense residential and job centers throughout the region. The WSLE adds 3.9 miles of light rail service from South of Downtown (SODO) to West Seattle's Alaska Junction neighborhood.

It includes three new stations between SODO and Alaska Junction and constructs a new bridge over the Duwamish Waterway.

The WSLE project is divided into several major construction contract packages, subject to modifications as design progresses.

Table 01 - Construction Contract Packages

Other Contracts Project Number Description

Civil Construction Contracts

W100 SODO Station (GCCM) W250 Lander Overcrossing (DBB)

W200 Duwamish River Crossing & Guideways (HC-GCCM) W300 Delridge Station and Guideway (DBB) W350 West Seattle Tunnels (DBB) W365 Alaska Junction Station (GCCM)

ST Alignment Wide Construction Contracts/ Vendors

W600 Trackwork and Systems (HC-GCCM) TBD Station Signage

TBD

Fare Collection

A. W250 Lander Overcrossing - Project consists of the vehicle Lander Street Overcrossing. W100 Contractor must coordinate interfacing activities, including impacts to the 1 Line, SODO area traffic control/maintenance of traffic, construction access along the E3, and temporary works such as security and erosion control, with the W250 Contractor. W100 may construct all or part of the Lander Street Overcrossing including drilled shafts, placement of structural elements, decks, associated utilities, related roadway and site improvements via bi-lateral change order. Additional interface coordination TBD

B. W200 – Duwamish River Crossing and Guideways – Project consists of elevated and at-grade guideway from SODO area to Delridge and a cable-stayed bridge over the Duwamish Waterway. W100 Contractor must coordinate activities with the W200 contractor, including SODO area traffic control/maintenance of traffic. W100 Contractor

Attachment 1 - Project Overview must coordinate access to the SODO Busway with W200 Contractor. Additional interface coordination TBD.

C. W300 – Delridge Station Finishes and Guideway– Project consists of elevated Delridge Station finishes and guideway west of W200. W100 Contractor must coordinate commissioning, training and testing activities with the W300 Contractor. Additional interface coordination TBD.

D. W350 – West Seattle Tunnels - Project consists of tunnels from Yancy portal to Alaska Junction Station. Additional interface coordination TBD.

E. W365 – Alaska Junction Station - Project consists of Alaska Junction Station. W100 Contractor must coordinate commissioning, training and testing activities with the W365 Contractor. Additional interface coordination TBD.

F. W600 – Trackwork and Systems - Project consists of train control, traction power including catenary/OCS, communications, trackwork, and special trackwork. W100 Contractor must coordinate with the W600 Contractor on the modifications and impacts to the existing 1 Line system in the SODO Station area, and 3 Line systems and trackwork at SODO Station. W100 Contractor must hand over staging areas and TPSS/Signal House sites to W600 Contractor. W100 must coordinate activities with the W600 contractor, including SODO area traffic control/maintenance of traffic. W100 Contractor must coordinate access to the SODO Busway with W600 Contractor. Additional interface coordination TBD.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

W100 includes the new SODO Station, associated roadway, site and utility work, and interfaces to several other contracts.

W100 scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the following:

A. SODO Station, including foundations, platforms, station structure and finishes, vertical conveyance and other ancillary spaces;

B. SODO Station area site work and frontage;

C. Civil works for Signal House and TPSS;

D. Roadway, site and utility work including:

1. Relocation of 230kV transmission and co-located 26kV distribution circuits

2. 4th Ave S mitigation works to accommodate transfer of bus movements from the

5th Ave S busway to 4th Ave S

3. Utility relocations including Sound Transit, City of Seattle and Third Party owned

4. SODO trail detour

E. Other work includes demolition, drilled shafts, clearing, grubbing, sound walls, road works, site improvements and site restoration.

The W100 scope of work does not include:

A. Shoofly (no longer required) B. Trackwork and systems

Attachment 1 - Project Overview

PROJECT GOALS

The Project goals are to:

A. Provide a safe and secure work environment for construction personnel and public.

B. Establish a positive working partnership and sustain a collaborative working environment with Sound Transit, its other contractors, other consultants, third parties, and other project stakeholders throughout the life of the project.

C. Coordinate work to minimize disruptions to the operating 1-Line D. Assist Sound Transit in administering professional agreements and/or working relationships with stakeholders such as SDOT, SCL, WSDOT, BNSF/UPRR, local businesses, King County Metro, and others

E. Deliver the project on time and within budget to the quality standards defined by the Contract Documents.

F. Minimize environmental impact through permit compliance and sustainable construction practices

G. Minimize impacts to the general public and businesses and mitigate disruption to railroad, pedestrian, and vehicular traffic

H. Facilitate required access from and for other Sound Transit/third-party contractors through effective planning and coordination

I. Meet, if not exceed, Sound Transit’s goals and objectives for participation by Small Businesses and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs), Equal Employment Opportunity, and positive labor relations.

PROJECT CONSTRAINTS

Refer to Special Conditions, for a list of project specific constraints and milestones. Major project constraints include:

A. The safety of the general public and construction personnel and the security of the construction sites are of highest importance to Sound Transit and will be a continuous point of focus throughout the project.

B. Access to many of the project features is limited and requires careful planning and coordination with various stakeholders.

C. Work will be constrained by 1 Line Operations.

D. Temporary closure of SODO Station to passenger service may be required during construction; however, 1 Line train operations through the station shall be…