City of East Palo Alto - Professional Design Services for Public Electric Charging Infrastructure - 2026
City of East Palo AltoCity · East Palo Alto, CA- Due
- Nov 3, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jessica Felix
- (650) 853-3130
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of East Palo Alto, on behalf of itself and the cities of Half Moon Bay, San Carlos, and the Town of Portola Valley, is soliciting proposals from qualified architectural and engineering consulting firms to provide design services for publicly accessible electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across 22 sites in the four jurisdictions. The grant-funded project, supported by MTC, aims to deliver 66 charging stations comprising 62 Level 2 chargers and 4 DC Fast Chargers (DCFC), prioritizing multi-unit housing, Equity Priority Communities, and Transit-Oriented Communities. The scope includes pre-design site assessment, schematic design, design development, construction documents (bid-ready), curbside charging property-owner outreach, permitting, utility coordination with PG&E, environmental compliance, and construction bid package preparation. Proposals are due by November 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM via email to Jessica Felix. Evaluation criteria include qualifications (30%), similar project experience (30%), and proposal quality (40%).
Qualifications (30%), similar project experience (30%), proposal quality (40%)
SUMMARY
The City of East Palo Alto, on behalf of itself and the cities of Half Moon Bay, San Carlos, and the Town of Portola Valley, is soliciting proposals from qualified architectural and engineering consulting firms to provide design services for publicly accessible electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across 22 sites in the four jurisdictions.
The grant-funded project, supported by MTC, aims to deliver 66 charging stations comprising 62 Level 2 chargers and 4 DC Fast Chargers (DCFC), prioritizing multi-unit housing, Equity Priority Communities, and Transit-Oriented Communities. The scope includes pre-design site assessment, schematic design, design development, construction documents (bid-ready), curbside charging property-owner outreach, permitting, utility coordination with PG&E, environmental compliance, and construction bid package preparation. Proposals are due by November 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM via email to Jessica Felix. Evaluation criteria include qualifications (30%), similar project experience (30%), and proposal quality (40%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- East Palo Alto, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of East Palo Alto?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 3, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jessica Felix.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of East Palo Alto 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 Jessica Felix at (650) 853-3130. 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: "Qualifications (30%), similar project experience (30%), proposal quality (40%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of East Palo Alto?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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. Review the full document from City of East Palo Alto for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East Palo Alto, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.