Menlo Park Fire Protection District - Design and Construction of Menlo Park FPD - Chilco House ADU Project No. 7-7 (2026)
Menlo Park Fire Protection DistrictFire District · Menlo Park, CA- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Duration
- 14 months
- Primary contact
- Jon Hitchcock
- (650) 688-8577
The 30-second brief
The Menlo Park Fire Protection District is requesting bids for the design and construction of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) project located at 1457 Chilco Street, Menlo Park, CA 94025 (Project No. 7-7). The scope of work includes architectural design, permitting, concrete pad installation, site utilities, and the construction of an approximately 12'x40' ADU featuring 2 bedrooms, a laundry alcove, a kitchen, a bathroom, and living space. Contractors must possess a California Class 'B' license and comply with prevailing wage requirements and DIR registration. A non-mandatory pre-bid job walk is scheduled for November 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM at 1457 Chilco Street, Menlo Park, CA 94025. Bids are due by November 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM, and must include a bid security of at least 10% of the total bid price. Evaluation criteria include relevant experience, project understanding, total base fee, quality of work, and project schedule.
Relevant experience and qualifications of the firm in designing and constructing ADU projects and experience working in the City of Menlo Park (20), Project understanding and ability to provide the requested services (20), Total Base Fee (20), Quality of work as demonstrated on prior projects (20), Project Schedule (20)
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Summary
The Menlo Park Fire Protection District is requesting bids for the design and construction of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) project located at 1457 Chilco Street, Menlo Park, CA 94025 (Project No. 7-7).
The scope of work includes architectural design, permitting, concrete pad installation, site utilities, and the construction of an approximately 12'x40' ADU featuring 2 bedrooms, a laundry alcove, a kitchen, a bathroom, and living space. Contractors must possess a California Class 'B' license and comply with prevailing wage requirements and DIR registration. A non-mandatory pre-bid job walk is scheduled for November 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM at 1457 Chilco Street, Menlo Park, CA 94025. Bids are due by November 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM, and must include a bid security of at least 10% of the total bid price. Evaluation criteria include relevant experience, project understanding, total base fee, quality of work, and project schedule.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Relevant experience and qualifications of the firm in designing and constructing ADU projects and experience working in the City of Menlo Park (20), Project understanding and ability to provide the requested services (20), Total Base Fee (20), Quality of work as demonstrated on prior projects (20), Project Schedule (20)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Bidder's check list
- Affixed appropriate Bid Label
- Proposal and Schedule of Bid Prices
- Copies of each addendum
- Executed bid bond
- Contractor license information
- List of subcontractors
- Self Perform Work
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Workers compensation insurance certification
- Debarment Certification
- Qualifications Package
- Contractor Information Sheet
- Executed bidder's signature page
- Submit to
- 170 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025
- Scope location
- Menlo Park, CA
- Projected sq ft
- 480 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Menlo Park Fire Protection District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 170 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025. For questions, contact Jon Hitchcock.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Menlo Park Fire Protection District 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 Bid 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 Jon Hitchcock at (650) 688-8577. 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: "Relevant experience and qualifications of the firm in designing and constructing ADU projects and experience working in the City of Menlo Park (20), Project understanding and ability to provide the re..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Menlo Park Fire Protection District?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 14 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 18, 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 Bid?
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: Bidder's check list, Affixed appropriate Bid Label, Proposal and Schedule of Bid Prices, Copies of each addendum, Executed bid bond, Contractor license information, List of subcontractors, Self Perfor. Review the full document from Menlo Park Fire Protection District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Menlo Park, CA. The total projected area is 480 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.