City of Santa Monica - Professional Code Enforcement Services - RFP 2026
City of Santa MonicaCity · Santa Monica, CA- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Cheryl Shavers
- (310) 458-4984 ext 2071
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Santa Monica is inviting proposals from qualified firms to provide professional code enforcement services to support the City's Code Enforcement Division in enforcing the Santa Monica Municipal Code. The selected contractor will provide experienced code enforcement officers for on-call code enforcement services to augment existing staff during periods of high workloads. Areas of compliance include building and safety, property maintenance, nuisances, regulatory, and zoning. The proposal submission deadline is October 28, 2026, with questions due by October 9, 2026. The initial contract term is five years.
Experience (25%), References (25%), Cost (25%), Quality of Work/Technical Capabilities (25%)
SUMMARY
The City of Santa Monica is inviting proposals from qualified firms to provide professional code enforcement services to support the City's Code Enforcement Division in enforcing the Santa Monica Municipal Code.
The selected contractor will provide experienced code enforcement officers for on-call code enforcement services to augment existing staff during periods of high workloads. Areas of compliance include building and safety, property maintenance, nuisances, regulatory, and zoning. The proposal submission deadline is October 28, 2026, with questions due by October 9, 2026. The initial contract term is five years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Proposer Checklist
- PSA Template
- PSA Insurance Template With Professional Liability
- Letter of Transmittal
- Qualifications
- Key Personnel
- References
- Project Work Plan
- Cost Proposal
- Certificate of Compliance
- Proposal Forms (10)
- Levine Act Disclosure Form
- Living Wage Certification Form
- Submit to
- 1685 Main St. Mail Stop #9, Santa Monica, CA, 90401
- Scope location
- Santa Monica, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Santa Monica?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 1685 Main St. Mail Stop #9, Santa Monica, CA, 90401. For questions, contact Cheryl Shavers.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Santa Monica 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 Cheryl Shavers at (310) 458-4984 ext 2071. 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: "Experience (25%), References (25%), Cost (25%), Quality of Work/Technical Capabilities (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Santa Monica?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Santa Monica are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Santa Monica 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposer Checklist, PSA Template, PSA Insurance Template With Professional Liability, Letter of Transmittal, Qualifications, Key Personnel, References, Project Work Plan, Cost Proposal, Certificate of. Review the full document from City of Santa Monica for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Monica, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.