Town of Los Altos Hills Underground Utility Feasibility Study RFP 2020
Town of Los Altos HillsCity · Los Altos Hills, CA- Due
- Dec 23, 2020
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 30, 2020
- Primary contact
- Nichol Bowersox
- (650) 941-7222
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Town of Los Altos Hills is soliciting written Fee Proposals and Statements of Qualifications from qualified firms to provide professional consultant services for the Underground Utility Feasibility Study. The study will assess the existing utility infrastructure, identify benefits and disadvantages of undergrounding utilities, conduct a benefit and cost analysis, and determine cost allocation options and financing.
Comprehensive feasibility assessment and report, Including conclusions and recommendations, Phasing plan and prioritization, And schedule for implementation. Interim presentations.
Qualifications, ability, expertise and experience of professional personnel; Past performance on similar projects in type, size and scope; Location; Familiarity with the unique, local conditions of the Village; Recent, current, and projected workloads of the firm; Fees for Services/Price; Overall quality of the response, and conformance with RFP requirements for content.
SUMMARY
The Town of Los Altos Hills is soliciting written Fee Proposals and Statements of Qualifications from qualified firms to provide professional consultant services for the Underground Utility Feasibility Study.
The study will assess the existing utility infrastructure, identify benefits and disadvantages of undergrounding utilities, conduct a benefit and cost analysis, and determine cost allocation options and financing.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Qualifications, ability, expertise and experience of professional personnel
- Past performance on similar projects in type, size and scope
- Location
- Familiarity with the unique, local conditions of the Village
- Recent, current, and projected workloads of the firm
- Fees for Services/Price
- Overall quality of the response, and conformance with RFP requirements for content
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Comprehensive feasibility assessment and report
- Including conclusions and recommendations
- Phasing plan and prioritization
- Schedule for implementation
Interim presentations.
- Scope location
- Los Altos Hills
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Los Altos Hills?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 23, 2020. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Nichol Bowersox.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Los Altos Hills 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 Nichol Bowersox at (650) 941-7222. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Comprehensive feasibility assessment and report, Including conclusions and recommendations, Phasing plan and prioritization, And schedule for implementation. Interim presentations.. 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: "Qualifications, ability, expertise and experience of professional personnel; Past performance on similar projects in type, size and scope; Location; Familiarity with the unique, local conditions of th..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Los Altos Hills?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Los Altos Hills are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Los Altos Hills regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. Review the full document from Town of Los Altos Hills for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Los Altos Hills. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.