On-call enterprise GIS, amazon web services (AWS) cloud, and systems integration consulting services

The City of Carson, California is requesting proposals for on-call enterprise GIS, Amazon Web Services cloud, and systems integration consulting services under RFP 26-031, with proposals due October 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM via PlanetBids. The Q&A deadline is October 22, 2026 at 11:00 AM. No set-aside or preference program is identified.

Proposers must demonstrate a minimum of five years of enterprise GIS consulting and implementation experience for public sector clients, with proven expertise supporting Esri ArcGIS Enterprise environments hosted in AWS or comparable cloud environments. Proposers must provide at least three satisfactory references for similar services within the past three years, be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations, and comply with prevailing wage requirements where applicable. Professional liability insurance of not less than $1 million per claim and $1 million general aggregate is required; general liability (minimum $1 million per occurrence, $2 million aggregate), workers' compensation (statutory limits with $1 million employer liability minimum), and auto liability (minimum $1 million combined single limit) are also mandatory. All insurance carriers must hold AM Best ratings of A- VII or better, and the City of Carson must be named as additional insured on general liability and auto liability policies.

Services will be provided on an as-needed basis throughout the contract term to support and enhance the City's enterprise GIS environment, assist with enterprise system integrations, and support geospatial needs in preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Pricing shall be submitted as hourly billing rates by personnel classification and service category. The anticipated contract term is five years, with award anticipated within 90 days of the proposal deadline.

Evaluation criteria are qualifications and experience (50 points), understanding of scope and approach (20 points), cost proposal (20 points), references and past performance (5 points), and project management and schedule (5 points).