City of Rancho Santa Margarita RFP PW102425 On-Call Plan Checking Services 2025
City of Rancho Santa MargaritaCity · Rancho Santa Margarita, CA- Due
- Nov 17, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 24, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Joe Parco
The 30-second brief
The City of Rancho Santa Margarita is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide professional on-call plan checking services. Services include reviewing various types of submittals such as improvement plans, subdivision maps, and erosion control plans to ensure compliance with city standards and regulations.
Experience of the firm, Education and experience of staff, Knowledge of public agencies, Understanding of City needs, Ability to perform work within timelines, Location and availability of staff, Quality of references, Content/quality/completeness/form of proposal, Interviews, Descriptions of anticipated scope of services.
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Summary
The City of Rancho Santa Margarita is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide professional on-call plan checking services.
Services include reviewing various types of submittals such as improvement plans, subdivision maps, and erosion control plans to ensure compliance with city standards and regulations.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Experience of the firm
- Education and experience of staff
- Knowledge of public agencies
- Understanding of City needs
- Ability to perform work within timelines
- Location and availability of staff
- Quality of references
- Content/quality/completeness/form of proposal
- Interviews
- Descriptions of anticipated scope of services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Non-Collusion Affidavit (Appendix 1)
- Consultant's Acknowledgement of Compliance with Insurance Requirements (Appendix 2)
- Certification of Proposal (Appendix 3)
REQUIRED STAFFING
Principal/Project Manager, Staff assigned to account
- Submit to
- 22112 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- Scope location
- Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Rancho Santa Margarita?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 22112 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688. For questions, contact Joe Parco.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Rancho Santa Margarita 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 Joe Parco. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Principal/Project Manager, Staff assigned to account. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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: "Experience of the firm, Education and experience of staff, Knowledge of public agencies, Understanding of City needs, Ability to perform work within timelines, Location and availability of staff, Qual..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Rancho Santa Margarita?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Rancho Santa Margarita are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Rancho Santa Margarita 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 3 years. 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 (Appendix 1), Consultant's Acknowledgement of Compliance with Insurance Requirements (Appendix 2), Certification of Proposal (Appendix 3). Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Rancho Santa Margarita for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.