City of South San Francisco - RFP for Building and Fire Plan Review, Inspection, and Administrative Services (2027–2030) - 2021-RFP-061
City of South San FranciscoCity · South San Francisco, CA- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Katie Donner
- (650) 829-4601
The 30-second brief
The City of South San Francisco is seeking qualified professional consulting firms to provide administrative support, building plan review, building inspection services, fire plan review, and fire construction inspection services for the Building Division and Fire Prevention Division. The City aims to establish a pool of dependable consultants to support commercial and residential projects, including complex multistory, mixed-use, and biotechnology research and development facilities. The anticipated contract term is three years from July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2030, with options for up to two additional one-year extensions. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM via ProcureNow, with questions due by October 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria include technical approach, specialized experience, team qualifications, cost, quality assurance, capacity, and digital workflow.
Technical approach and responsiveness to the scope of work (25), Specialized experience relevant to the requested services (20), References and demonstrated performance (5), Proposed team, qualifications, and key personnel (15), Cost / fee proposal (10), Quality assurance and schedule control (10), Capacity and availability (10), Technology and digital workflow (5)
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Summary
The City of South San Francisco is seeking qualified professional consulting firms to provide administrative support, building plan review, building inspection services, fire plan review, and fire construction inspection services for the Building Division and Fire Prevention Division.
The City aims to establish a pool of dependable consultants to support commercial and residential projects, including complex multistory, mixed-use, and biotechnology research and development facilities. The anticipated contract term is three years from July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2030, with options for up to two additional one-year extensions. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM via ProcureNow, with questions due by October 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria include technical approach, specialized experience, team qualifications, cost, quality assurance, capacity, and digital workflow.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- City of South San Francisco Standard Consultant Agreement
- References
- Letters of recommendation
- Fee proposal
- Statement of understanding
- Project team members list
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/signup
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- South San Francisco, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of South San Francisco?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/signup. For questions, contact Katie Donner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of South San Francisco 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 Katie Donner at (650) 829-4601. 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: "Technical approach and responsiveness to the scope of work (25), Specialized experience relevant to the requested services (20), References and demonstrated performance (5), Proposed team, qualificati..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of South San Francisco?
All active and historical solicitations from City of South San Francisco are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of South San Francisco 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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: City of South San Francisco Standard Consultant Agreement, references, letters of recommendation, fee proposal, statement of understanding, project team members list. Review the full document from City of South San Francisco for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: South San Francisco, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.