Civil 3D Training Services

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Civil 3D Training Services, solicitation number 53A0306, seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive software training across multiple California locations. The procurement involves 50 days of in-person training and 150 days of remote training over a two-year period from August 25, 2025 to August 24, 2027. The training will cover three specific course types: Introduction to Civil 3D for Roadway Design (3 days), Intermediate Civil 3D for Roadway Design (2 days), and Introduction to Civil 3D for Hydrology/Hydraulics Design (3 days). Contractors must provide at least five trainers with specific qualifications, including demonstrated training experience and successful course delivery in Civil 3D design software. Key deliverables include detailed training sessions covering software design techniques, with strict requirements for trainer expertise in roadway and hydrology/hydraulics design. The RFQ mandates comprehensive documentation, including a bid/bidder certification sheet and cost worksheet. Bids are due by August 7, 2025, with an estimated contract award date of August 15, 2025.

The solicitation includes a small business preference with a goal of 25% small business participation and encourages Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, though DVBE involvement is not mandatory. Bidders must provide Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Workers Compensation insurance certificates with specific endorsements. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract requires strict confidentiality and data security protocols. The procurement allows for small businesses and appears designed to create opportunities for diverse vendor participation. Pricing will be submitted on a per-day basis for both in-person and remote training, with estimated total training days of 200 (50 in-person and 150 remote). Although specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the training requirements suggests a significant potential contract value for the selected vendor. The contract term spans two years, providing potential stability for the awarded contractor.