RFQ_Exhibits_D,_E,_and_G.zip

This file contains exhibits supporting a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) issued by the Transbay Joint Powers Authority (TJPA) for Professional Engineering, Design, and Construction Support Services related to The Portal 10-UR Utility Relocation Project, also known as the Downtown Rail Extension Phase 2 of the Transbay Program, located in California. The RFQ seeks responses from engineering firms with demonstrated qualifications and expertise in planning, design, estimating, engineering, development, procurement, and construction support of complex utility relocation projects in urban areas. Written questions from prospective bidders are due September 3, 2026, with proposal submissions required by November 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Contract awards are anticipated December 3, 2026, with Board of Supervisors action scheduled for March 2027 and contract commencement on April 1, 2027. Contract terms will run for one or more years with renewal contingent on fund availability, performance, and continued county prioritization.

Bidders must hold Small Local Emerging Business (SLEB) certification or subcontract with a certified SLEB firm for at least 20% of the total estimated bid amount, with exemptions for non-profit organizations, churches, public schools, universities, and government agencies. SLEB-certified or local Alameda County-certified bidders at the time of submission are eligible for preference points, including 5% local preference and 10% SLEB preference. Proposals must not exceed six pages single-spaced with 1-inch margins and 11-point Arial font, submitted as a single PDF with an accompanying Excel budget worksheet. Respondents must carry Professional Liability/Errors & Omissions insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, Commercial General Liability of $1 million per occurrence, and Workers' Compensation insurance. No minimum or maximum contract dollar amounts are guaranteed.