City of Calipatria - City Planning and City Engineering Services - 2026
City of CalipatriaCity · Calipatria, CA- Due
- Oct 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Jane Hurtado
- (760) 348-4141
The 30-second brief
The City of Calipatria is seeking qualified consulting firms to provide general City Planning and City Engineering services. Scope includes land use planning, development project review, grant administration, environmental documentation, plan checking, technical reports, construction bidding assistance, civil design, and construction management for streets, sanitary sewers, parks, and stormwater. The initial agreement term is two years with options for three additional one-year periods, not to exceed a total of five years. Submissions are due by 3:00 p.m. on October 7, 2026, at City Hall, 125 North Park Avenue, Calipatria, CA 92233.
1. Quality, Timeliness & Performance of Work per References (30 points), 2. Experience & Qualifications of Key Personnel (20 points), 3. Understanding of Work to be Performed (15 points), 4. Familiarity with Local, State and Federal Regulations (15 points), 5. Quality of Sample Project Submission (10 points), 6. Presentation & Responsiveness to RFQ (10 points)
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Summary
The City of Calipatria is seeking qualified consulting firms to provide general City Planning and City Engineering services.
Scope includes land use planning, development project review, grant administration, environmental documentation, plan checking, technical reports, construction bidding assistance, civil design, and construction management for streets, sanitary sewers, parks, and stormwater. The initial agreement term is two years with options for three additional one-year periods, not to exceed a total of five years. Submissions are due by 3:00 p.m. on October 7, 2026, at City Hall, 125 North Park Avenue, Calipatria, CA 92233.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
1. Quality, Timeliness & Performance of Work per References (30 points), 2. Experience & Qualifications of Key Personnel (20 points), 3. Understanding of Work to be Performed (15 points), 4. Familiarity with Local, State and Federal Regulations (15 points), 5. Quality of Sample Project Submission (10 points), 6. Presentation & Responsiveness to RFQ (10 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
SOQs (five hard copies and one electronic copy in PDF format on CD/USB), hourly rate schedule in a separate sealed envelope, proof of professional liability insurance ($2,000,000 minimum), resumes, organizational chart, staff report packet, preliminary engineering report (PER), list of at least 3 organizations with similar projects, statement of proper insurance, disciplinary actions/lawsuits statement, conflict of interest statement
- Submit to
- City Hall, City of Calipatria, 125 North Park Avenue, Calipatria, CA 92233
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Calipatria, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Calipatria?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City Hall, City of Calipatria, 125 North Park Avenue, Calipatria, CA 92233. For questions, contact Jane Hurtado.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Calipatria 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 RFQ 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 Jane Hurtado at (760) 348-4141. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "1. Quality, Timeliness & Performance of Work per References (30 points), 2. Experience & Qualifications of Key Personnel (20 points), 3. Understanding of Work to be Performed (15 points), 4. Familiari..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Calipatria?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Calipatria are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Calipatria regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: SOQs (five hard copies and one electronic copy in PDF format on CD/USB), hourly rate schedule in a separate sealed envelope, proof of professional liability insurance ($2,000,000 minimum), resumes, or. Review the full document from City of Calipatria for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Calipatria, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.