City of San Diego

CONTRACTOR’S NAME:

ADDRESS:

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CITY CONTACT: Juan E. Espindola, Senior Contract Specialist, Email: JEEspindola@sandiego.gov

Phone No. (619) 533-4491 J. Rivera / S. Rendon / K. Vary

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

DOCUMENTS

(Step 1 of 2)

FOR

SAN DIEGO CONVENTION

CENTER WEST ROOF REPLACEMENT

RFQ NO.: K-27-2513-DB2-3

SAP NO. (WBS/IO/CC): B-27027

CLIENT DEPARTMENT: 1001

COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3

PROJECT TYPE: BT

THIS PROJECT IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING:

PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENT

THE CITY’S SUBCONTRACTING PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SLBE PROGRAM

PREVAILING WAGE RATES: STATE FEDERAL

APPRENTICESHIP

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) DUE:

2:00 PM

NOVEMBER 4, 2026

CITY OF SAN DIEGO’S ELECTRONIC BIDDING SITE, PLANETBIDS

http://www.sandiego.gov/cip/bidopps/

DEPUTY CITY ENGINEER

The engineering Specifications and Special Provisions contained herein have been prepared by or under the direction of the following Registered Engineer:

For City Engineer Date

Seal:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE NUMBER

1. INTRODUCTION

2. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY CONTRACTING PROGRAM PROVISIONS

3. ESTIMATED PROJECT COST

4. LICENSE REQUIREMENT

5. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

6. PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENT

7. PROJECT SCHEDULE

8. PREQUALIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTORS

9. NOMINATING AND SELECTION PROCESS

10. PRE-SUBMITTAL ACTIVITIES

11. ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

ATTACHMENTS

A. Project Description, Project Objectives, Scope of Work, Performance Requirements, Bridging Documents, and Location of Work

B. Submittal Requirements - Evaluation Criteria

C. Equal Opportunity Contracting Program…………………………………………………………26

D. In-Use Off-Road Diesel Fueled Fleet Regulation (Off-Road Regulation) Compliance (CARB)

E. Certification of Exceptions to Request for Qualifications

F. Preliminary Risk Matrix

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 PURPOSE: The City of San Diego (City) is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) for Design-Build services for the San Diego Convention Center West Roof Replacement (Project). This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is the first step in the City of San Diego's (City) procurement process for the selection of a qualified Design- Builder for the Project. The City will not reimburse Design-Builders for costs incurred in the preparation, submittal and participation in the RFQ process. This RFQ does not commit the City to award a contract, or to procure or contract for work.

1.2 SUMMARY OF WORK: The City is seeking to acquire Design-Build services for a Design-Build project to design, permit, and construct the San Diego Convention Center West Roof Replacement Project, which will replace the original 1989 roof system on the San Diego Convention Center's West Building. The San Diego Convention Center (SDCC) is a premier, large-scale venue that hosts year-round, high-profile conventions, exhibitions, and public events, and construction must be phased in a way to maintain operations for, including, but not limited to conventions, trade shows, public events, move-in/move-out activities, food service, security, loading, and other functions.

The existing roof system has reached the end of its useful life and requires full replacement. The new roofing system will restore weatherproofing integrity and protect interior spaces, event activity, and mechanical areas from future water intrusions. Work will be sequenced to maintain full building operations during Construction. Work and Services required of the Design-Builder will include design, construction, and startup of the Project. The Design-Builder shall provide all management, supervision, labor, services, temporary facility, equipment, tools, supplies, and any other item needed to complete the design, construction, and start-up of the Project as described in Attachment A.

1.3 FORMAT RECEIPT AND OPENING OF SOQs: SOQs will be received in electronic format (eBids) EXCLUSIVELY at the City of San Diego’s electronic bidding (eBidding) site, at:

http://www.sandiego.gov/cip/bidopps/ and are due by the date, and time shown on the cover of this solicitation.

1.4 SUBMITTERS MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED with the City’s bidding system and possess a system-assigned Digital ID in order to submit an electronic proposal.

1.5 The City’s bidding system will automatically track information submitted to the site including IP addresses, browsers being used and the URLs from which information was submitted. In addition, the City’s bidding system will keep a history of every login instance including the time of login, and other information about the user's computer configuration such as the operating system, browser type, version, and more.

Because of these security features, Contractors who disable their browsers’ cookies will not be able to log in and use the City’s bidding system.

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1.6 Upon entry of their SOQ, the system will ensure that all required fields are entered.

The system will not accept an SOQ for which any required information is missing. This includes all necessary pricing, subcontractor listing(s) and any other essential documentation and supporting materials and forms requested or contained in these solicitation documents.

1.7 SOQs REMAIN SEALED UNTIL DUE DATE AND TIME. Electronic submissions are transmitted into the City’s bidding system via hypertext transfer protocol secure (https) mechanism using SSL 128–256-bit security certificates issued from Verisign/Thawte which encrypts data being transferred from client to server. SOQs submitted prior to the Due Date and Time are not available for review by anyone other than the submitter, who will have until the Due Date and Time to change, rescind or retrieve its proposal should they desire to do so.

1.8 SOQs MUST BE SUBMITTED BY DUE DATE AND TIME. Once the deadline is reached, no further submissions are accepted into the system. Once the Due Date and Time has passed, bidders, proposers, the general public, and City staff are able to immediately see the results online. City staff may then begin reviewing the submissions for responsiveness, Equal Opportunity Contracting Program (EOCP) compliance and other issues.

1.9 RECAPITULATION OF THE WORK. SOQs shall not contain any recapitulation of the Work. Conditional SOQs may be rejected as being non-responsive. Alternative SOQs will not be considered unless called for.

1.10 SOQs MAY BE WITHDRAWN by the Submitter prior to, but not after, the time set as Due Date and Time.

1.10.1 Important Note: Submission of the electronic SOQ into the system may not be instantaneous. Due to the speed and capabilities of the user’s internet service provider (ISP), bandwidth, computer hardware and other variables, it may take time for the proposer’s submission to upload and be received by the City’s eBidding system. It is the proposer’s sole responsibility to ensure their SOQs are received on time by the City’s eBidding system. The City of San Diego is not responsible for SOQs that do not arrive by the required date and time.

1.11 ACCESSIBILITY AND AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) COMPLIANCE: To request a copy of this solicitation in an alternative format, contact the Purchasing & Contracting Department Contract Specialist listed on the cover of this solicitation at least five (5) working days prior to the due date to ensure availability.

1.12 ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS CARRY FULL FORCE AND EFFECT

1.12.1 The submitter, by submitting its electronic SOQ, acknowledges that doing so carries the same force and full legal effect as a paper submission with a longhand (wet) signature.

1.12.2 The submitter, by submitting their electronic SOQ, agrees to and certifies under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that the certification, forms and affidavits submitted as part of this SOQ are true and correct.

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1.13 CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION AND ELECTRONIC REPORTING SYSTEM:

1.13.1 Prior to the Award of a Contract or Task Order, you and your Subcontractors and Suppliers must register with the City’s web-based vendor registration and bid management system. For additional information go to:

http://www.sandiego.gov/purchasing/bids-contracts/vendorreg.shtml

1.13.2 The City may not award a contract until registration of all subcontractors and suppliers is complete. In the event this requirement is not met within the time frame specified in the Notice of Intent to Award letter, the City reserves the right to rescind the Notice of Award / Intent to Award and to make the award to the next responsive and responsible bidder

1.14 SOQs ARE PUBLIC RECORD: Upon receipt by the City, SOQs shall become public records subject to public disclosure. It is the responsibility of the respondent to clearly identify any confidential, proprietary, trade secret or otherwise legally privileged information contained within the SOQ. General references to sections of the California Public Records Act (PRA) will not suffice. If the Design-Builder does not provide supply applicable case law that clearly establishes that the requested information is exempt from the disclosure requirements of the PRA, the City shall be free to release the information when required in accordance with the PRA, pursuant to any other applicable law, or by order of any court or government agency, and the Design-Builder will hold the City harmless for release of this information.

1.15 PUBLIC DISCLOSURE: Selection announcements, contract awards, and all data provided by the City shall be protected from public disclosure. Design-Builders desiring to release information to the public, shall receive prior written approval from the City.

1.16 CONFLICT OF INTEREST: Any architectural firms, engineering firms, specialty consultants, or individuals previously retained by the City to assist in drafting the Project’s preliminary design, General Development Plan or Drawings shall not be eligible to participate in the competition with any Design-Build Entity without the prior written consent of City. Any architectural firms, engineering firms, specialty consultants, or individuals retained by the City to assist in drafting any Reference Documents or other document that was not prepared specifically for this contract, are considered to be eligible to participate.

2. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY CONTRACTING PROGRAM (EOCP) PROVISIONS

2.1 The City is dedicated to the principles of equal opportunity in the workplace and in subcontracting. It is the City’s expectation that firms doing business with the City have and are able to demonstrate the same level of commitment.

2.2 The Design-Builders are encouraged to take positive steps to diversify and expand their Subcontractor solicitation base and to offer subcontracting opportunities to all eligible Subcontractors. The Design-Builder shall comply with requirements of San Diego Municipal Code §§ 22.2701 through 22.2708, Equal Employment Opportunity Outreach Program (EEO Program).

2.2.1 Following the award of the Contract, the Design-Builder will be required to use the City’s web-based contract compliance application for EOCP reporting

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http://stage.prismcompliance.com/etc/vendortutorials.htm

2.2.2 The City may retain progress payments if:

2.2.2.1 The non-registered Design-Builder, Subcontractors, or Suppliers fail to register,

2.2.2.2 EOCP reporting is delinquent or inadequate, or

2.2.2.3 Underpayment has occurred.

2.3 For additional Equal Opportunity Contracting Program requirements, see Attachment C.

3. ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: The estimated cost for this project is $7,500,000.00.

4. LICENSE REQUIREMENT: To be eligible for award of this contract, Prime contractor must possess the following licensing classification: B

5. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: See Attachment A.

6. PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENT:

6.1 This work is covered by a Citywide Project Labor Agreement (PLA) entered into by the City of San Diego, the San Diego Building and Construction Trades Council and signatory Craft Unions.

This work will provide many opportunities for local residents and local small business enterprises to participate. It is the City’s policy that contractors will cooperate with all efforts of the City, the Project Labor Coordinator, the Jobs Coordinator, and other organizations retained by the City to encourage and assist in the participation of Local, Targeted and/or Veteran workers.

6.2 LETTER OF ASSENT. The Contractor and all subcontractors agree to be bound by the PLA by submitting a Letter of Assent (PLA Attachment B) to the City’s Project Labor Coordinator. The Contractor shall submit its Letter of Assent as a condition of award and all subcontractors shall submit their Letter of Assent before commencing any Work on the Project.

6.3 PRE-JOB CONFERENCE. Each contractor, regardless of tier, is required to conduct a pre-job conference with the Unions not later than ten (10) calendar days prior to commencing work.

The Prime Contractor is responsible for facilitating and scheduling their own pre-job conferences and for facilitating, scheduling, and ensuring that all its subcontractors conduct a pre-job conference.

6.4 JOBS COORDINATOR. The Contractor will be required to hire a Jobs Coordinator, an independent third-party individual, entity or employee with whom the Prime Contractor enters into a contract or employs to assist the Contractor with achieving and exceeding the Local Worker goals set forth in the PLA, Article 4, Section 4.5, to assist with fulfilling the Work Opportunities Program as set forth in Article 22, and to assist with Helmets to Hardhats participation as set forth in Article 23.

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Each subcontractor, regardless of tier, shall utilize the Jobs Coordinator retained by the Prime Contractor, pursuant to the PLA, Article 22 Section 22.2 (f). The Contractor shall submit a Jobs Coordinator Designation Form as a condition of award.

7. PROJECT SCHEDULE

7.1 The following milestones are provided for reference only. All dates are tentative and are subject to change.

7.1.1. Advertise and Issue RFQ September 30, 2026

7.1.2. Pre-Submittal Meeting October 13, 2026

7.1.3. SOQ due date November 4, 2026

7.1.4. Shortlist Finalists December 2026

7.1.5. Issue RFP to Shortlist TBD

7.1.6. Pre-proposal Meeting TBD

7.1.7. Proposal Due Date TBD

7.1.8. Selection and Notification TBD

7.1.9. Receipt of Bonds and Insurance Certifications TBD

7.1.12 Notice to Proceed TBD

8. PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS

8.1. GENERAL

8.1.1. Design-Builders interested in participating on this project must, at the time of SOQ submittal, be pre-qualified at level equal to or greater than the Engineer’s Estimate for the project.

8.1.1.1. All Design-Builder applicants must submit a complete prequalification application online to the Purchasing & Contracting Department, Prequalification Program no later than 2 weeks prior to the SOQ due date and time. Complete information and links to the online prequalification application are available at:

http://www.sandiego.gov/cip/bidopps/prequalification

8.1.1.2. Due to the City’s responsibility to protect the confidentiality of the contractors’ information, City staff will not be able to provide information regarding contractors’ prequalification status over the telephone.

Contractors may access real-time information about their prequalification status via their vendor profile on PlanetBids™.

8.1.2. The City desires to receive SOQs only from qualified and experienced Design- Builders who demonstrate significant knowledge of Design-Build construction projects, extensive experience and successful performance on public works infrastructure projects of comparable size and scope.

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9. NOMINATING AND SELECTION PROCESS

9.1. This Design-Build Program's Nominating and Selection Process is based on the policies, procedures, and guidelines set in the San Diego Municipal Code §§ 22.3301 through 22.3309. A two-step nominating and selection process has been established as follows:

9.2. STEP 1: RFQ

9.2.1 A Nominating Panel (Panel) is established and includes representatives from the City. The Panel may also include other interested parties such as additional participating agencies, representative from the community and other appropriate agencies.

9.2.2 After the City receives the SOQs, the Panel will review the qualifications based on the established evaluation criteria set forth in Attachment B of this RFQ.

9.2.3 The Panel will recommend to the Purchasing & Contracting Department Director (Director) or designee the short-listing of no more than 3 of the most highly qualified Design-Builders and, upon approval, only those firms will be allowed to participate in the Request for Proposal (RFP) process.

9.2.4 The Director or designee shall have the sole discretion to ratify the short-list submitted by the Panel.

9.3. STEP 2: RFP

9.3.1. Following the Director’s approval of the recommended short-listed Design- Builders, the City will issue an RFP to the shortlisted Design-Builders.

9.3.2. The Panel will then review the Proposals received and may interview each Design-Builder. The Panel will rank the Proposals based on the criteria in San Diego Municipal Code section 22.3308 and the criteria set forth in the RFP.

9.3.3. The Panel will forward its ranked listing to the Director or designee with a recommendation to award to the highest-ranking proposal. The Mayor or designee has final authority for selection.

9.3.4. The City intends to issue a Stipend Agreement at the RFP stage.

10. PRE-SUBMITTAL ACTIVITIES

10.1. SUBMISSION OF QUESTIONS

10.1.1. The Director (or Designee) of Purchasing & Contracting Department is the officer responsible for responding to questions and opening, examining, and evaluating the SOQs submitted to the City for the acquisition, construction, and completion of any public improvement except when otherwise set forth in these documents. All questions related to this solicitation shall be submitted to:

10.1.2. Juan E. Espindola, Senior Contract Specialist, JEEspindola@sandiego.gov

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10.1.3. Questions received less than 14 Days prior to the Statement of Qualifications due date may not be considered.

10.1.4. Clarifications or clarifications deemed by the City to be material shall be answered via issuance of an addendum and posted to the City’s online bidding service.

10.1.5. Only questions answered by formal written addenda shall be binding. Oral and other interpretations or clarifications shall be without legal effect. It is the Design-Builder's responsibility to be informed of any Addenda that have been issued and to include all such information in its Bid.

10.2. PRE-SUBMITTAL MEETING

10.2.1 ONLINE PRE-SUBMITTAL MEETING:

Prospective Bidders are Required to attend the Pre-Proposal Meeting.

Failure to attend the Pre-Proposal Meeting will result in the Bidder’s Bid being deemed non-responsive.

Bidders will not be admitted after the specified start time of the Meeting.

The Pre-Proposal Meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM (PDT) at:

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The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the scope of the Project, submittal requirements, and any Equal Opportunity Contracting Program requirements and reporting procedures.

Upon entering the meeting, all attendees must use the chat feature to sign in with the following information: Name of firm, Attendee's name, Phone number and Email address.

10.2.2. To request a copy of the agenda in an alternative format, or to request a sign language or oral interpreter for this meeting, call the Purchasing & Contracting Department, Public Works Division at (619) 533-3450 at least 5 Working Days prior to the Pre-Submittal Meeting to ensure availability.

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10.2.3. REVISION TO THE RFQ: Any changes to the Contract Documents through addendum are made effective as though originally issued with the solicitation.

The Design-Builders shall acknowledge the receipt of any Addenda at the time of SOQ submission.

11. ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

11.1. CITY’S RIGHT TO CANCEL: City reserves the right to cancel, in part or in its entirety, this RFQ including but not limited to: selection schedule, submittal date, and submittal requirements. If the City cancels or revises the RFQ, all potential Design-Builders will be notified in writing by the City.

11.2. INTERVIEWS: The City reserves the right to interview and request additional information and clarifications from any responders to RFQ.

11.3. ALLOCATION OF RISK:

11.3.1. The selected Design-Builder shall indemnify and hold harmless the City for claims, suits, losses or damages arising out of the negligent acts, errors, or omissions of the Design-Builder, Subcontractors, or Subcontractors attributable to the design effort.

11.3.2. This RFQ contains a preliminary risk matrix for the project, which summarizes the anticipated allocation of risk between the City and the selected firm. This preliminary risk matrix is not intended to describe all anticipated risk for the Project. As Project activities progress, the risk allocation may be expanded and revised as necessary to ensure the most efficient allocation of risk between the City and the Design-Builder.

11.4. PRE-DESIGN AND DESIGN REPORTS: The Design-Builder’s proposal shall ultimately serve as the Pre-Design Report. If there is a change in design from what was originally submitted as the Design-Builder’s Proposal, a Design Report shall be required.

11.5. PREVAILING WAGE RATES: Prevailing wage rates will apply to this contract.

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ATTACHMENTS

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ATTACHMENT A

PROJECT DESCRIPTION, PROJECT OBJECTIVES, SCOPE OF WORK, PERFORMANCE

REQUIREMENTS, BRIDGING DOCUMENTS, AND LOCATION OF WORK

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1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The San Diego Convention Center West Roof Replacement project will replace the original 1989 roof system on the San Diego Convention Center’s (SDCC) West Building. The SDCC structure hosts year-round high-profile conventions, exhibitions, and public events, and construction must be phased in a way to maintain operations for, including, but not limited to conventions (e.g. Comic-Con), trade shows, public events, move-in/move-out activities, food service, security, loading, and other functions. This project is a critical priority to preventing water intrusion that risks SDCC operations and major events. Because the facility will remain operational during design and construction, phasing, temporary protection, weather protection, noise and odor control, public safety, logistics, and coordination with the Owner's event schedule are fundamental Project requirements.

The existing roof has exceeded its useful life and continues to experience recurring leaks that cause operational disruptions and asset damage. The new roofing system will restore waterproofing integrity and protect interior event activity and mechanical areas from future water intrusions.

2. PROJECT OBJECTIVES:

2.1. Replace deteriorated and/or obsolete roofing systems and associated components.

2.2. Provide a complete, durable, watertight roofing and drainage system.

2.3. Achieve the Owner's required roofing-system service life and warranty requirements.

2.4. Correct existing deficiencies affecting roof performance, drainage, flashing, waterproofing, and maintainability.

2.5. Coordinate roofing improvements with existing rooftop mechanical, electrical, plumbing, communications, structural, photovoltaic, fall-protection, and other building systems.

2.6. Maintain safe and substantially uninterrupted operation of the convention center.

2.7. Minimize impacts to scheduled conventions, exhibitions, and events.

2.8. Meet applicable building, energy, fire, accessibility, environmental, and occupational safety requirements.

2.9. Provide a roof system capable of being safely inspected and maintained throughout its service life.

2.10. Deliver the Project within the established budget and schedule.

3. SCOPE OF WORK:

3.1. Existing Conditions Investigations: The Design-Builder shall perform investigations necessary to establish existing conditions and support the final design and construction. Investigations and preliminary scope may include, but not limited to:

3.1.1. Existing drawing and record-document review

3.1.2. Field surveys and roof measurements

3.1.3. Roofing system condition assessment

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3.1.4. Roof test cuts and cores

3.1.5. Moisture surveys (infrared, or other) to determine areas and extents of water intrusion

3.1.6. Drainage and ponding assessment

3.1.7. Structural evaluation of existing roof decks and supporting systems

3.1.8. Evaluation of roof slopes

3.1.9. Identification of existing roof membranes and assemblies

3.1.10. Evaluation of flashings, curbs, penetrations, expansion joints, parapets, copings, drains, scuppers, gutter, and downspouts for replacement

3.1.11. Assessment of rooftop equipment and supports

3.1.12. Hazardous-material surveys and coordination

3.1.13. Investigation of known leaks and water-intrusion areas.

3.2. Project Scope (Roof): The SD Convention Center - West Roof Replacement will include the removal and replacement of the existing low sloped EPDM roof systems in the upper and lower roofs of the West Building. A new complete, water-tight roof system shall be installed; Bidder shall propose recommended solution based on the condition Assessments and Performance Requirements. Proposed solution shall be reviewed and approved by the City based on feasibility, estimated cost, and estimated timeline.

Included in the scope of work are the following roof components:

3.2.1. Installation of new water-tight Roof System

3.2.2. Roof Access Hatches and additional ladders to the lower roof

3.2.3. Proper preparation of steel framing/structure and re-application of fire-retardant insulation, as necessary.

3.2.4. Replacement of insulation

3.2.5. Stone Ballast: Remove and dispose/recycle the stone ballast and concrete walkway pavers. Provide alternative options.

3.2.6. Slope and Drainage improvements, such as crickets and drain sumps

3.2.7. New Walkways at upper and lower roof (considerations for future solar array).

3.2.8. Replacement of all roof flashings (edge, counter, vent, pipe, conduit, penetration, etc.)

3.2.9. At walls and parapets: installation of flashing at penetrations that are integrated into stucco water resistive barrier

3.2.10. Raising curbs and flashing points to meet minimum requirements. Existing HVAC equipment needs to be removed, protected, and reinstalled (if not replaced).

3.2.11. Cellular Antennae Site: Existing conditions and intended use shall be evaluated, designed, and installed for code compliance.

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3.2.12. Corrections and upgrades to added miscellaneous loose electrical wiring and outlets that run across the roof surface.

3.3. The Design-Builder shall perform all studies, investigations, analyses, evaluations, testing, surveys, assessments, and other technical activities necessary to sufficiently evaluate existing conditions and develop a complete, code-compliant, constructible, and durable roof replacement design. The studies, analyses, and evaluations identified herein are intended to establish the City’s minimum anticipated requirements and are not intended to represent an exhaustive or all-inclusive list.

Such efforts shall include, but are not limited to, the items identified below:

3.3.1. Perform Moisture surveys, infrared & capacitance, of the low slope roof systems

3.3.2. Destructive investigation at stucco to determine condition of water resistive barrier due to extensive amount of penetrations

3.3.3. Pull-testing of existing roof system to determine if wind uplift requirements are met

3.3.4. Engineering Calculations by structural engineer to verify that the structure is able to safely support the weight of the new system

3.3.5. Evaluation of existing roof penetrations/components and HVAC that appear to be abandoned in order to remove, if possible, at time of re-roofing.

3.3.6. Evaluation of roof safety tie-back anchor systems for usage and condition/attachment to building

3.3.7. Evaluation and considerations for a future Photovoltaic Array System on the West Upper Roof. Considerations may include wind uplift, structural load, design for walkways, electrical, etc.

3.4. The Design-Builder shall coordinate the roofing work with all existing rooftop systems.

Work may require temporary or permanent modifications, relocation, raising, removal and/or reinstallation of: HVAC equipment, ductwork, exhaust systems, electrical conduits, communications equipment, antennae, lightning protection, photovoltaic equipment, plumbing vents, roof drains, equipment supports, access ladders, fall-protection equipment, and other existing rooftop infrastructure. Temporary removal and reinstallation of equipment shall be coordinated to maintain required building operations.

3.5. The Design-Builder shall examine the site, review previous Inspection Report(s) and Condition Assessment(s), and review record drawings to ascertain existing conditions.

The Design-Builder will be required to develop full system design, including drawings, specifications, schedules and details as required to accurately permit the work.

Design-Builder will be responsible for any survey necessary to complete the design and construction. Drawings are to be signed and stamped by the Design-Builder of Record and submitted to the City of San Diego Plan Check Department for review and permitting. The Design-Builder will be responsible for all permit applications and support documents required for the approval of the project. Design-Builder, sub-contractors, and all sub-consultants will be required to complete monthly site-inspection condition reports and a final report at the completion of the project for the City of San Diego and Client.

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3.6. The Design-Builder shall retain a Qualified Biologist to conduct a nesting bird survey and Bio Letter Report during design, as well as pre-construction nesting survey. If nesting birds are detected, biological monitoring during construction will be required.

4. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

4.1. Installation of Roofing and all building systems/components shall follow the following Local Jurisdictional Code, California Building Code, California Energy Code, National Roofing Contractors Association Guidelines, California Energy Code, National Roofing Contractors Association guidelines, Western State Roofing Contractors Association guidelines, Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractor’s National Association, industry standards, and in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

4.2. Maintaining facility operations is a critical project requirement. The SDCC will remain substantially operational throughout design and construction. The Design-Builder shall develop its design, construction means and methods, sequencing, and schedule around established operational constraints. Consideration shall include: multiple construction phases; restricted work periods; event blackout periods; night and/or weekend work; restriction on noise-generating activities; restrictions on odors and volatile materials; restricted crane and material delivery periods; limited laydown and staging areas; controlled access to occupied areas; coordination with event move-in/move-out activities; protection of occupants and the public, maintenance of emergency access; maintenance of building entrances and loading facilities; daily restoration of required operational areas.

4.3. The Design-Builder shall maintain the building in a watertight condition throughout construction. The Design-Builder shall develop and implement a Weather Protection and Water Intrusion Prevention Plan, addressing, at minimum: daily limits on roof demolition; temporary roofing; temporary flashing; protection of exposed roof decks;

weather forecasting and monitoring; emergency response procedures; temporary drainage; material storage; protection of occupied spaces; leak-response procedures;

emergency contact requirements. Existing roofing shall not be removed beyond an area that can be made fully watertight before the end of the work period, unless specifically authorized by the Owner.

5. BRIDGING DOCUMENTS:

5.1. Roof Inspection Report, (2019, Parra Building Consultant, Inc.)

The report listed above is available for review at the following link:

https://ecpfiles.sandiego.gov/CIP_Contracts/K-27-2513-DB2-3/K-27-2513-DB2-3 Original Solicitation Documents.zip

6. LOCATION OF WORK:

The project site is located at the San Diego Convention Center, 111 Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101 (see Location Map, included below in Attachment A).

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PROJECT MANAGER

JACOB RIVERA

FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS PROJECT

Call: (619) 533-4207 Email: engineering@sandiego.gov

Date: 8/31/2026

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ATTACHMENT B

SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS - EVALUATION CRITERIA

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ATTACHMENT B

SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS - EVALUATION CRITERIA

1. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1. The SOQ shall be concise, well organized, and demonstrate the Design-Builder's qualifications and experience applicable to the Project. The SOQ shall be limited to 25 one-sided pages (8 1/2 x 11) - exclusive of resumes, graphics, forms, pictures, photographs, dividers and front/back cover - that address the RFQ requirements. Font Type shall be Times New Roman in a minimum 12-point font size, with a minimum 1” margin for text pages. A cover letter may be submitted but shall not contain any information that is a required element of the RFQ as per Attachment B, Submittal Requirements and Evaluation Criteria.

1.2. Documentation required by Attachment B, Section 2.9.4, Subcontractor Documentation, shall be in addition to the page limit stated above.

1.3. SOQs shall be signed by an individual or individuals authorized to execute legal documents on behalf of the Design-Builder.

1.4. SOQs shall be received no later than the time and place specified on the cover of this RFQ. SOQs and related materials received after the date and time specified above may not be considered.

1.5. Failure to comply with the requirements of this RFQ may result in disqualification.

1.6. SOQs submitted in response to this RFQ shall be in the following order and shall include:

1.6.1. Acknowledgment of Addenda to this RFQ.

1.6.2. Identification of the Design-Builder.

1.6.3. Exceptions to this RFQ.

1.6.4. Executive Summary.

1.6.5. Experience and Technical Competence.

1.6.6. Proposed Method to Accomplish the Work.

1.6.7. Knowledge and Understanding of Local Environment.

1.6.8. Project Organization and Key Personnel

1.6.9. Equal Employment and Contracting Information.

1.6.10. Financial Information and Arrangements.

1.6.11. Change Order and Litigation History.

SOQs that do not contain the aforementioned components may not be considered.

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2. EVALUATION CRITERIA

2.1. Addenda to this RFQ: The Design-Builder is to confirm in its SOQ the receipt of all addenda issued to this RFQ. Failure to acknowledge all addenda issued may result in the SOQ being considered non-responsive and ineligible for further consideration.

2.1.1. The Design-Builder is not required to include copies of the actual addenda in its SOQ.

2.2. Identification of the Design-Builder: Failure to provide the Identification of the Design- Builder may result in the SOQ being considered non-responsive and ineligible for further consideration.

2.2.1. Legal name and address of company.

2.2.2. Legal form of company (partnership, corporation, joint venture, etc.). If joint venture, identify the members of the joint venture and provide all information required under this section for each member.

2.2.3. Year of establishment of entity.

2.2.4. If company is subsidiary of a parent company, identify the parent company.

2.2.5. Address of main office.

2.2.6. Address of San Diego satellite office if applicable.

2.2.7. Contact information for firm, including name, title, email address and telephone number.

2.2.8. Number of employees in San Diego County.

2.2.9. Applicable Licenses:

2.2.9.1. City of San Diego Business License Number, including expiration date.

2.2.9.2. State Contractor’s License Number, including expiration date and all classifications.

2.2.9.3. Professional Engineering/Architect License Number, including expiration date.

2.2.10. Name, title, address and telephone number of person to contact concerning the SOQ.

2.3. Exceptions to this RFQ: The Design-Builder shall certify that it takes no exceptions to this RFQ and its attachments by signing and submitting with its SOQ the Certification of Exceptions to the Request for Qualifications. If the Design-Builder does take exception to any portion of the RFQ, the specific portion of the RFQ to which exception is taken shall be submitted to the City in writing prior to the Pre-submittal Meeting.

Although the “Exceptions to the RFQ” is an evaluation criterion, an exception may be determined by the City to be of such a material nature that such exception may cause the SOQ to be considered non-responsive.

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2.4. Executive Summary (PASS/FAIL):

Include a one- to two-page overview of the entire SOQ describing the highlights of the SOQ. Failure to provide the executive summary may result in the SOQ being considered non-responsive and ineligible for further consideration.

2.5. Experience and Technical Competence (20 Points Max):

2.5.1. Describe Design-Builder’s experience in completing similar Design-Build efforts. List three (3) successfully completed projects within the past 5 years for both public and private clients of a similar nature with name of Owner’s Project Manager, phone numbers, project type, total value of completed construction and identify whether the work was for a public or private client.

Projects currently in process may be submitted for consideration. Include in your client references projects and clients where the team has worked together.

2.5.2. Design-Builder shall include design and build experience with roofing and waterproofing projects on commercial buildings; number of facilities designed and built pursuant to a Design-Build contract; record of timely completion.

Number of Design-Build projects performed as compared to the number completed on schedule; experience and capability in operating, maintaining, and repairing commercial roofing systems; and experience with retrofit work, specifically performing construction work while maintaining full building operations with minimal interruption.

2.6. Proposed Method to Accomplish the Work (25 Points Max):

Describe in narrative form the Design-Builder’s technical and management approach to the design, construction, and start-up of the facilities. Discuss lines of communication necessary to maintain design schedule and construction schedules.

This should not be a design concept, but rather a general discussion of how the team will execute the project.

Describe your experience with phased construction on past projects. How were you able to maintain continuous operations for the client, whilst limiting interruptions.

Describe experience with construction of existing/occupied buildings to keep occupants safe, prevent cross-contamination, air quality, access, etc.

Describe experience with work on existing, active event spaces that required limited, to no interruption to event schedules and activities.

Describe experience with phasing construction, specifically roofing or building envelope, in a manner that protects interior spaces from water intrusion during rain events, construction operations, etc.

2.7. Knowledge and Understanding of Local “Environment” (10 Points Max):

Describe experience working in the local “environment” and proposed local presence for interfacing with the City’s project management staff. The “environment” includes

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local building codes; and other local design criteria and community issues.

Describe your experience in the permitting process with Development Services Department (DSD) and the Port of San Diego, as well as FAA notifications of building modifications in flight zones.

2.8. Project Organization and Key Personnel (10 Points Max):

Describe proposed project organization and provide an organizational chart, including identification and responsibilities of key personnel. Indicate role and responsibilities of the Design-Builder. Indicate how local firms are being utilized to ensure a strong understanding of local laws, ordinances, regulations, policies, requirements, permitting, etc. Indicate extent of commitment of key personnel for duration of project and furnish resumes of key personnel. Provide indication of staffing level for the project. The City’s evaluation of the Design-Builder will consider the entire team, therefore no changes in team composition will be allowed without prior written approval of the City. Describe Design-Builder’s capacity to perform the work within the time limitations, considering and identifying Design-Builder’s current and planned workload and Design-Builder’s workforce.

Describe past experience on formal partnering process and the Design-Builder’s approach to partnering; list any awards won for partnering on past projects.

2.9. Equal Employment and Contracting Opportunity (25 Points Max)

2.9.1. Work Force Report

2.9.2. The Design-Builder shall include in its SOQ either: (1) a completed Work Force Report for its employees located within San Diego County only; or (2) an Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (see Attachment C), which shall comply with the EEO Plan Requirements which is included in Section 2 of this Request for Qualifications. The selected firm may be required to submit workforce data for a regional office prior to contract award.

2.9.3. Equal Opportunity Assurances. The Design-Builder shall include in its SOQs the following:

2.9.3.1. Specific actions consistently taken to ensure equal opportunity in their employment and subcontracting practices, including past performance and actions to be taken on this project.

2.9.3.2. Listing of Proposer’s strategies to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce. These efforts will be considered in conjunction with Design-Builder’s Workforce Report as compared to the County’s Labor Force Availability.

2.9.3.3. Listing of Design-Builder’s current community activities such as membership and participation in local organizations, associations, scholarship programs, mentoring, apprenticeships, internships, community projects, charitable contributions and similar endeavors.

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2.9.4. Subcontractor Documentation. Documentation submitted in accordance with this section shall be included in an attachment, which shall be titled “Subcontractor Documentation” to the SOQ.

2.9.4.1. Past Participation Levels - Listing of Design-Builder’s Subcontractor (including constructors and design professionals) and Supplier past participation levels on each project listed in response to Section 2.5.

Experience and Technical Competence of this RFQ. The Design- Builder shall use the Subcontractor Past Participation List (Constructors, Design Professionals, or Suppliers/Vendors) Form AA50, for this purpose (refer to Attachment “C”). Include the name of project, type of project, value of project, Subcontractor, Designer, or Supplier/Vendor firm name, percentage of participation, and identification of the firm’s ownership as a certified Minority Enterprise (MBE), Women Business Enterprise (WBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), or Other Business Enterprise (OBE) or Emerging Local Business Enterprise (ELBE) or Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE). Design- Builder should demonstrate a consistent pattern of including certified MBE, WBE, DBE, DVBE, and OBE or ELBE and SLBE.

2.9.5. Non-Discrimination in Contracting. Upon the City’s request, Design-Builder agrees to provide to the City, within 60 days, a truthful and complete list of the names of all Subcontractors and Suppliers that Design-Builder has used in the past 5 years on any of its contracts that were undertaken within San Diego County, including the total dollar amount paid by the Design-Builder for each subcontract or supply contract. The Design-Builder further agrees to fully cooperate in any investigation conducted by the City pursuant to the City’s Nondiscrimination in Contracting Ordinance (Municipal Code Sections

22.3401 - 22.3417). The Design-Builder understands and agrees that violation of this clause shall be considered a material breach of the Contract and may result in remedies being ordered against the Design-Builder up to and including contract termination, debarment, and other sanctions for violation of the provisions of the Nondiscrimination in Contracting Ordinance. The Design-Builder further understands and agrees that the procedures, remedies and sanctions provided for in the Nondiscrimination Ordinance apply only to violations of said Nondiscrimination Ordinance.

2.9.6. Disclosure of Discrimination Complaints. A list of complaints filed or pending against Design-Builder or a written statement from the Design-Builder in accordance with the Section 2.9.5, “Nondiscrimination Ordinance”.

2.9.7. Failure of Submission. Failure to submit the required EOCP information will result in SOQ being determined as non-responsive.

2.10. Change Order and Litigation History (10 Points Max)

2.11.1. Change Order History: Provide a spreadsheet that outlines the projects the Design-Builder has completed over the last 3 years; the original contract value of the list projects; the quantity of change orders for each project; and the percentage of total change order dollar amounts to original contract value for

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2.11.2. Litigation History: Provide a sealed letter that lists all litigations (since your last pre-qualification clearance from the City) your firm or firms, if organized as a joint venture, was a party.

Total Points 100

SOQs that do not contain the aforementioned components may not be considered.

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ATTACHMENT C

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY CONTRACTING PROGRAM

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY…