Commissioning Services for Public Works Projects

San Diego State University is seeking qualified firms to provide comprehensive Commissioning Services for upcoming campus construction projects through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ 7041). The procurement aims to establish a pool of up to three firms through Master Service Agreements to support design, construction, and occupancy phase commissioning for various projects, including the Evolve Student Housing development featuring two 9-story residential buildings, one 2-story amenity building, and three 11-story residential towers scheduled for construction between 2025-2030. Firms must submit detailed proposals through PlanetBids by March 24, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. PDT, with preliminary questions due by March 14, 2025. The evaluation process will assess firms across multiple criteria including firm description (10 points), similar experience (25 points), staff qualifications (20 points), design phase approach (30 points), construction phase approach (30 points), staffing/availability (15 points), and additional factors, totaling 155 possible points. The initial contract term is one year with two potential one-year renewals, and optional interviews are planned for April 2025, with a Notice of Intent to Award anticipated in the same month.

The procurement strongly encourages small business participation and requires firms to submit comprehensive rate structures, including hourly rates for various professional service classifications with detailed breakdowns of direct rates, overhead percentages, and profit percentages. Rate increases may be considered based on the Consumer Price Index, not to exceed 3% for option years, contingent upon successful performance review and request submitted 30 days prior to agreement expiration. Project costs are anticipated to range significantly, from $10,000 to over $500 million in total project costs. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation appears open to a wide range of qualified professional services firms with demonstrated expertise in building commissioning. The university's approach suggests a competitive selection process focused on technical capability, experience, and comprehensive service delivery across the commissioning spectrum, from initial design considerations through final occupancy and systems validation.