43A0504 - A&E On-Call Best Management Practice Development, BMP Effectiveness/Evaluation, and Water Quality Monitoring Services

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for a specialized architectural and engineering contract focused on Best Management Practice (BMP) Development, BMP Effectiveness/Evaluation, and Water Quality Monitoring Services across Districts 2, 3, 9, and 10. This procurement specifically seeks firms with expertise in stormwater management, water quality monitoring, and compliance with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits. The project requires comprehensive services including BMP development, environmental effectiveness evaluations, and detailed water quality monitoring. Consultants must demonstrate technical proficiency in environmental analysis, regulatory compliance, and advanced monitoring techniques. Key deliverables will include comprehensive reports, monitoring assessments, and strategic environmental management recommendations. The RFQ (Reference Number 43A0504) was posted on September 10, 2025, with proposals due by October 10, 2025, and interviews scheduled via WebEx on October 27, 2025. Cost negotiations are anticipated to be completed by December 17, 2025, with an expected contract term of three years.

The contract includes specific participation goals and restrictions, mandating 5% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation and a 25% Small Business (SB) participation target. Certified Small Businesses, Microbusinesses, and consultants willing to subcontract at least 25% of the contract amount are strongly encouraged to apply. The contract will feature a fixed fee for profit at 10%, with escalation rates of 1.81% for the first period and 3.62% for subsequent years. Firms must comply with prevailing wage requirements and provide detailed financial documentation, including Indirect Cost Rate (ICR) audits for contracts valued at $3.5 million or more. The estimated contract value ranges from $8,012,830 to $13,020,848, with a significant emphasis on technological innovation and environmental compliance. Additionally, the solicitation includes new requirements for Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) technology use, mandating disclosure of GenAI applications in the SOQ and potential contract provisions addressing technological risks and opportunities.