City of San Luis Obispo Emergency Response Repair and Cleanup Services RFQ 2026
City of San Luis Obispo, City of San Luis Obispo, CA·City
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- Primary Contact
- James Yanez · (805) 781-7209
- Scope Location
- San Luis Obispo County, CA
- Submission Address
- Department of Public Works Department
SUMMARY
The City of San Luis Obispo is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) to establish a nonexclusive pool of contractors for on-call emergency response, repair, stabilization, debris removal, hauling, cleanup, and related services. These contractors may be activated before, during, or after an emergency. The City may utilize local, State, or Federal disaster assistance funds for individual assignments. Small, minority, women, veteran, and disadvantaged businesses are encouraged to participate. Submissions are preferred electronically via BidNet Direct, but sealed paper copies are accepted at the Department of Public Works. The submission deadline is August 31, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. local time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications for emergency response and related services
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Statements of Qualifications (SOQs)
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of San Luis Obispo?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 31, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Department of Public Works Department. For questions, contact James Yanez.
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 for emergency response and related services" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of San Luis Obispo?
All active and historical solicitations from City of San Luis Obispo are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of San Luis Obispo regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. Review the full document from City of San Luis Obispo for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of San Luis Obispo 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 James Yanez at (805) 781-7209. 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: San Luis Obispo County, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statements of Qualifications (SOQs). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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