City of Laguna Hills - Paseo De Valencia and Cabot Road Active Transportation Project - RFP 2025
- Due
- Dec 18, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Mark Chagnon
- (949) 707-2651
The 30-second brief
The City of Laguna Hills is seeking proposals from qualified engineering firms for professional services for the Project Approval and Environmental Documentation (PAED) and Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) phases of the Paseo De Valencia and Cabot Road Active Transportation Enhancements Project. The project includes 2.2 miles of pedestrian safety enhancements, high comfort bikeways, and Class IV bike lanes along Paseo de Valencia between Laguna Hills Drive and Alicia Parkway and along Cabot Road between Paseo de Valencia and El Paseo. The scope entails preliminary engineering, topographic survey, utility research, geotechnical investigation, environmental studies for NEPA/CEQA compliance, alternatives analysis, and public outreach. The proposal submission deadline is December 18, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. The total available funds for PAED and PS&E phases is $820,000, with maximum available funds of $159,000 for Task 1 (PAED) and $661,000 for Task 2 (PS&E).
Understanding of the Scope of Work (25), Experience with similar kinds of work and review of references (20), Qualifications of Staff Assigned (20), Demonstrated Technical Ability & Schedule Control (20), Location and availability of staff assigned (5), Familiarity with State and Federal procurement and project implementation procedures (10)
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Summary
The City of Laguna Hills is seeking proposals from qualified engineering firms for professional services for the Project Approval and Environmental Documentation (PAED) and Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) phases of the Paseo De Valencia and Cabot Road Active Transportation Enhancements Project.
The project includes 2.2 miles of pedestrian safety enhancements, high comfort bikeways, and Class IV bike lanes along Paseo de Valencia between Laguna Hills Drive and Alicia Parkway and along Cabot Road between Paseo de Valencia and El Paseo. The scope entails preliminary engineering, topographic survey, utility research, geotechnical investigation, environmental studies for NEPA/CEQA compliance, alternatives analysis, and public outreach. The proposal submission deadline is December 18, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. The total available funds for PAED and PS&E phases is $820,000, with maximum available funds of $159,000 for Task 1 (PAED) and $661,000 for Task 2 (PS&E).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Understanding of the Scope of Work (25), Experience with similar kinds of work and review of references (20), Qualifications of Staff Assigned (20), Demonstrated Technical Ability & Schedule Control (20), Location and availability of staff assigned (5), Familiarity with State and Federal procurement and project implementation procedures (10)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Consultant's Acknowledgement of Compliance with Insurance Requirements
- Certification of Proposal
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Cost Proposal in a separate sealed envelope
- Submit to
- City of Laguna Hills, Attention: Joe Ames, Public Works Director, 24035 El Toro Road, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Laguna Hills, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Laguna Hills?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 18, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Laguna Hills, Attention: Joe Ames, Public Works Director, 24035 El Toro Road, Laguna Hills, CA 92653. For questions, contact Mark Chagnon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Laguna Hills 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 Mark Chagnon at (949) 707-2651. 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: "Understanding of the Scope of Work (25), Experience with similar kinds of work and review of references (20), Qualifications of Staff Assigned (20), Demonstrated Technical Ability & Schedule Control (..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Laguna Hills?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Laguna Hills are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Laguna Hills 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Non-Collusion Affidavit, Consultant's Acknowledgement of Compliance with Insurance Requirements, Certification of Proposal, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Cost Proposal in a separate sealed envelo. Review the full document from City of Laguna Hills for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Laguna Hills, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.