City of Santa Monica - Santa Monica Airport Measure A Planning & Pre-Design Park Project - RFP SP2809 (2026)
City of Santa MonicaCity · Santa Monica, CA- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Tony Lopez
- (310) 625-4922
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Santa Monica is inviting proposals for architecture services, planning, and pre-design for the Santa Monica Airport Measure A Planning & Pre-Design Park Project (SP2809). The scope of work encompasses research and reporting, immersive nature district pre-design concepts, connectivity improvement design concepts along 25th Street and Airport Avenue, community outreach and public engagement in English and Spanish, cost estimating, and a final report. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 5:00 pm PST, with a mandatory pre-proposal site walk on October 20, 2026. The project is funded by an RPOSD Measure A grant and requires compliance with prevailing wage laws and the city's living wage ordinance.
Research report, Revised project schedule, Immersive nature pre-design concept sketches, Connectivity design concept sketches, Engineering survey of 25th Street, Event materials and summaries, Opinion of probable cost, Final report
Experience (30), Cost (20), Work Plans/Timelines (15), References (10), Project Team (10), Value Add/Breadth of Service (10), Accuracy (5)
SUMMARY
The City of Santa Monica is inviting proposals for architecture services, planning, and pre-design for the Santa Monica Airport Measure A Planning & Pre-Design Park Project (SP2809).
The scope of work encompasses research and reporting, immersive nature district pre-design concepts, connectivity improvement design concepts along 25th Street and Airport Avenue, community outreach and public engagement in English and Spanish, cost estimating, and a final report. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 5:00 pm PST, with a mandatory pre-proposal site walk on October 20, 2026. The project is funded by an RPOSD Measure A grant and requires compliance with prevailing wage laws and the city's living wage ordinance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Research report
- Revised project schedule
- Immersive nature pre-design concept sketches
- Connectivity design concept sketches
- Engineering survey of 25th Street
- Event materials and summaries
- Opinion of probable cost
- Final report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- RFP/RFQ Form
- Cost Proposal
- City Contract Template Acknowledgement
- Living Wage Certification
- Oaks Initiative Disclosure Form
- Levine Act Disclosure Form
- Subcontractor List
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Non-Discrimination Policy Acknowledgement
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Public Works Insurance Requirements
- Business License
- RFP Addenda
- Payment Bond
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/santa-monica-ca
- 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 November 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/santa-monica-ca. For questions, contact Tony Lopez.
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 Tony Lopez at (310) 625-4922. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Research report, Revised project schedule, Immersive nature pre-design concept sketches, Connectivity design concept sketches, Engineering survey of 25th Street, Event materials and summaries, Opinion of probable cost, Final report. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 (30), Cost (20), Work Plans/Timelines (15), References (10), Project Team (10), Value Add/Breadth of Service (10), Accuracy (5)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 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: RFP/RFQ Form, Cost Proposal, City Contract Template Acknowledgement, Living Wage Certification, Oaks Initiative Disclosure Form, Levine Act Disclosure Form, Subcontractor List, Non-Collusion Declarati. 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.