City of Calimesa City Hall Renovation Design Services RFP
City of CalimesaCity · Calimesa, CA- Due
- Feb 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mari Shakir
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
City of Calimesa is soliciting proposals from qualified architectural and engineering firms for the renovation and adaptive reuse of an existing commercial building to serve as the City's new City Hall. Services include architectural design, IT and technology coordination, physical security integration, AV/IT systems design, and engineering services.
Programming documents, assessment reports, test-fit layouts, schematic design drawings, design development drawings, construction documents, specifications, cost estimates, bidding assistance documentation, and construction-phase records.
Firm's qualifications (20%), relevant experience (20%), understanding of the project (15%), proposed methodology (10%), quality of the proposed team (10%), schedule (15%), and fee (10%).
SUMMARY
City of Calimesa is soliciting proposals from qualified architectural and engineering firms for the renovation and adaptive reuse of an existing commercial building to serve as the City's new City Hall.
Services include architectural design, IT and technology coordination, physical security integration, AV/IT systems design, and engineering services.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Programming documents
- Assessment reports
- Test-fit layouts
- Schematic design drawings
- Design development drawings
- Construction documents
- Specifications
- Cost estimates
- Bidding assistance documentation
- Construction-phase records
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Existing Floor Plan
- Downtown Design Guidelines
- Professional Services Agreement Template
- Submit to
- 908 Park Avenue, Calimesa, CA 92320
- Scope location
- Calimesa, CA
- Projected sq ft
- 8,065 sq ft
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Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Calimesa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 908 Park Avenue, Calimesa, CA 92320. For questions, contact Mari Shakir.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Calimesa in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Mari Shakir. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Programming documents, assessment reports, test-fit layouts, schematic design drawings, design development drawings, construction documents, specifications, cost estimates, bidding assistance documentation, and construction-phase records.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Firm's qualifications (20%), relevant experience (20%), understanding of the project (15%), proposed methodology (10%), quality of the proposed team (10%), schedule (15%), and fee (10%)." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Calimesa?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Calimesa are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Calimesa regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Existing Floor Plan, Downtown Design Guidelines, Professional Services Agreement Template. Review the full document from City of Calimesa for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Calimesa, CA. The total projected area is 8065 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.