Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority - Guadalupe Division - Guard House Pre-Qualification - C26146F (2026)
Santa Clara Valley Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · San Jose, CA- Due
- Oct 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Amy Wazni
- (408) 952-4230
The 30-second brief
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from experienced contractors for the Guadalupe Division - Guard House project, Contract C26146F, located in San Jose, California. The scope of work encompasses site, roadway, utility, security, access control, lighting, CCTV, barrier, and related improvements, including the installation of a new pre-fabricated guard house, vehicle guard arm gates, bollards, concrete accessible ramps, landings, walkways, and associated civil, electrical, and plumbing work. The estimated cost for the base bid ranges from $591,000.00 to $800,000.00, and with Option 1 ranges from $1,380,000.00 to $1,850,000.00, with an estimated construction period of 267 calendar days. Prospective bidders must possess a valid California Class B contractor's license, meet DIR registration requirements, and comply with Buy America provisions for federally funded projects. Submissions are due electronically via the VTA eProcurement portal by October 23, 2026, at 9:00 PM.
Base Bid: Expand existing road south, Install new concrete slab for Option 1 prefabricated guard house, Install utilities electrical and data to stub ups, Install guard gates, Bollards, CCTV, And exterior lighting, Design-build concrete accessible ramps, Landings, And walkways. Option 1: Procurement and installation of pre-fabricated guard house, Connect to phase 1 utilities, Boring from building A to utility box, Connect existing water and sewer, Installation of casework, Plumbing fixtures and accessories, Design striping for accessible path of travel.
Responsiveness, Prequalification questionnaire score sheet, Interview questionnaire
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Summary
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from experienced contractors for the Guadalupe Division - Guard House project, Contract C26146F, located in San Jose, California.
The scope of work encompasses site, roadway, utility, security, access control, lighting, CCTV, barrier, and related improvements, including the installation of a new pre-fabricated guard house, vehicle guard arm gates, bollards, concrete accessible ramps, landings, walkways, and associated civil, electrical, and plumbing work. The estimated cost for the base bid ranges from $591,000.00 to $800,000.00, and with Option 1 ranges from $1,380,000.00 to $1,850,000.00, with an estimated construction period of 267 calendar days. Prospective bidders must possess a valid California Class B contractor's license, meet DIR registration requirements, and comply with Buy America provisions for federally funded projects. Submissions are due electronically via the VTA eProcurement portal by October 23, 2026, at 9:00 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Responsiveness
- Prequalification questionnaire score sheet
- Interview questionnaire
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Base Bid: Expand existing road south
- Install new concrete slab for Option 1 prefabricated guard house
- Install utilities electrical and data to stub ups
- Install guard gates
- Bollards
- CCTV
- Exterior lighting
- Design-build concrete accessible ramps
- Landings
- Walkways
Option 1: Procurement and installation of pre-fabricated guard house, Connect to phase 1 utilities, Boring from building A to utility box, Connect existing water and sewer, Installation of casework, Plumbing fixtures and accessories, Design striping for accessible path of travel.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Pre-Qualification Questionnaire
- Statement of Qualification Certification Form
- Reviewed or audited financial statements
- Notarized statement from surety insurer
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/vta
- Scope location
- San Jose, CA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 23, 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/vta. For questions, contact Amy Wazni.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority 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 IFB 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 Amy Wazni at (408) 952-4230. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Base Bid: Expand existing road south, Install new concrete slab for Option 1 prefabricated guard house, Install utilities electrical and data to stub ups, Install guard gates, Bollards, CCTV, And exterior lighting, Design-build concrete accessible ramps, Landings, And walkways. Option 1: Procurement. 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: "Responsiveness, Prequalification questionnaire score sheet, Interview questionnaire" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: Pre-Qualification Questionnaire, Statement of Qualification Certification Form, Reviewed or audited financial statements, Notarized statement from surety insurer. Review the full document from Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Jose, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.