County of Santa Cruz On-Call Planning Services RFQ 25Q1-001
Santa Cruz CountyCounty · Santa Cruz, CA- Due
- Feb 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Stephanie Hansen
- (831) 454-3112
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Summary
The County of Santa Cruz is seeking statements of qualifications (SOQ) from planning consultants to provide on-call services for the Community Development & Infrastructure Department (CDI) Planning Division under project ID 25Q1-001.
The scope of work includes general planning projects and environmental review needs that exceed internal staff capacity or expertise. The intent is to establish a Qualified Vendor List of consultants for a term of up to three years, from which the County will issue project-based contracts or purchase orders. Submissions are due by February 5, 2026, to the submission location in Santa Cruz. A notice of interest deadline is established for January 22, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Exhibit_A_Respondent_Fac
- Exhibit_B_Customer_Refer
- Exhibit_C_Designation_of
- Exhibit_D_Non-Collusion
- Submit to
- 701 Ocean Street, Room 330, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
- Scope location
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Santa Cruz
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Santa Cruz County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 701 Ocean Street, Room 330, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060. For questions, contact Stephanie Hansen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Santa Cruz County 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 Stephanie Hansen at (831) 454-3112. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Cruz County?
All active and historical solicitations from Santa Cruz County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Santa Cruz County 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 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Exhibit_A_Respondent_Fac, Exhibit_B_Customer_Refer, Exhibit_C_Designation_of, Exhibit_D_Non-Collusion. Review the full document from Santa Cruz County 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 Cruz, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.