City of Mountain View Short-Term Rental Services RFP - R261167
City of Mountain View, City of Mountain View, CA·City
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- Primary Contact
- John Castaneda · (650) 903-6171
- Scope Location
- Mountain View, California
- Submission Address
- 500 Castro Street, 2nd Floor, Mountain View, California, 94041
SUMMARY
The City of Mountain View is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants for professional support services related to the implementation and ongoing administration of short-term rentals under Invitation R261167. The selected consultant will be responsible for creating and maintaining a database of short-term rental units, enabling online registration and fee payment systems, performing community outreach, assisting with code enforcement activities, and ensuring data protection. Submissions are due by January 29, 2026, at the Purchasing office located at 500 Castro Street, 2nd Floor, Mountain View, CA. A notice of interest deadline is established for January 8, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Database of short-term rental units, Online registration system, Payment processing system, Community outreach plan, Code enforcement support, Data protection protocols
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How do I respond to this RFP from City of Mountain View?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 29, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 500 Castro Street, 2nd Floor, Mountain View, California, 94041. For questions, contact John Castaneda.
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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 Mountain View for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Mountain View 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 John Castaneda at (650) 903-6171. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mountain View, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Database of short-term rental units, Online registration system, Payment processing system, Community outreach plan, Code enforcement support, Data protection protocols. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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