Rio Hondo College District - Turnkey General Contractor Services for Solar PV, BESS, EV, and Hydronic Piping Project - RFP 2124
Rio Hondo CollegeHigher Ed · Whittier, CA- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Diana Y. Vasquez
- (562) 908-3493
The 30-second brief
Rio Hondo Community College District seeks qualified renewable energy developers and design-builders under FoundationCCC Master Services Agreement RFP #25-004, Category 1, to provide comprehensive turnkey design-build services for solar photovoltaic (solar PV) systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, and campuswide underground hydronic distribution piping at the main campus in Whittier, California. Work includes installing an approximately 40 kW solar PV system on the roof of the campus Central Plant, replacing underground heating hot water (HHW) supply and return piping connecting the Central Plant to campus buildings (Science and Math, Applied Technology, Administration, L Building, Business, Student Services, Student Union, and Learning Resource Center), and installing Level 2 and DCFC electric vehicle charging stations replacing twelve existing L2 chargers. The project is funded by Measure RH General Obligation Bonds ($442 million). Key requirements include mandatory pre-bid job walk on October 23, 2026, question submission deadline on November 6, 2026, and proposal submission deadline on November 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM PST. Contractors must possess valid California licenses (A, B, C-10, C-46, or Registered Architect), maintain required insurance limits, comply with prevailing wage requirements, DIR registration, and execute a Community Workforce Agreement (CWA) Letter of Assent.
Project Experience (20 points), O&M, Warranty & Cyber Security (10 points), Value Based Price (70 points), Project Team Technical expertise and qualifications of assigned staff (20 points), Commercials (Financial History & Risk) (10 points), Reference (15 points), Schedule & Sequencing (15 points), Interview (40 points)
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Summary
Rio Hondo Community College District seeks qualified renewable energy developers and design-builders under FoundationCCC Master Services Agreement RFP #25-004, Category 1, to provide comprehensive turnkey design-build services for solar photovoltaic (solar PV) systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, and campuswide underground hydronic distribution piping at the main campus in Whittier, California.
Work includes installing an approximately 40 kW solar PV system on the roof of the campus Central Plant, replacing underground heating hot water (HHW) supply and return piping connecting the Central Plant to campus buildings (Science and Math, Applied Technology, Administration, L Building, Business, Student Services, Student Union, and Learning Resource Center), and installing Level 2 and DCFC electric vehicle charging stations replacing twelve existing L2 chargers. The project is funded by Measure RH General Obligation Bonds ($442 million). Key requirements include mandatory pre-bid job walk on October 23, 2026, question submission deadline on November 6, 2026, and proposal submission deadline on November 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM PST. Contractors must possess valid California licenses (A, B, C-10, C-46, or Registered Architect), maintain required insurance limits, comply with prevailing wage requirements, DIR registration, and execute a Community Workforce Agreement (CWA) Letter of Assent.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Project Experience (20 points), O&M, Warranty & Cyber Security (10 points), Value Based Price (70 points), Project Team Technical expertise and qualifications of assigned staff (20 points), Commercials (Financial History & Risk) (10 points), Reference (15 points), Schedule & Sequencing (15 points), Interview (40 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A – Proposal Signature Form, Attachment B - Respondent’s Sample Agreement (Unsigned), Attachment C - Reference Form, Attachment D - Non-Collusion Declaration, Attachment E Certificate of Insurance Coverage, A copy of the executed Master Services Agreement (MSA) under FoundationCCC
- Submit to
- Contract Management & Vending Services, L-Tower, Room 205, 3600 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA 90601-1616
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Whittier, CA
- Reported agency
- Rio Hondo Community College District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Rio Hondo College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Contract Management & Vending Services, L-Tower, Room 205, 3600 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA 90601-1616. For questions, contact Diana Y. Vasquez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Rio Hondo College 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 Diana Y. Vasquez at (562) 908-3493. 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: "Project Experience (20 points), O&M, Warranty & Cyber Security (10 points), Value Based Price (70 points), Project Team Technical expertise and qualifications of assigned staff (20 points), Commercial..." 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 24, 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: Attachment A – Proposal Signature Form, Attachment B - Respondent’s Sample Agreement (Unsigned), Attachment C - Reference Form, Attachment D - Non-Collusion Declaration, Attachment E Certificate of In. Review the full document from Rio Hondo College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Whittier, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.