Ventura County Office of Education - Lab of Record Special Inspection and Testing Services - RFQ # 2026-1
Ventura County Office of EducationCounty · Camarillo, CA- Due
- Sep 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- N. David Fateh
The 30-second brief
Ventura County Office of Education is requesting statements of qualifications from DSA-approved persons, firms, or organizations to act as Lab of Record (LOR) and provide special inspection and material testing services for upcoming facility construction, modernization, and regional improvement projects, specifically including Gateway Annex School (DSA# 03-122398) and Gateway School Modernization (DSA# 03-122397). The selected firm will provide special inspections and material testing in accordance with Title 24, California Code of Regulations and DSA Form 103, covering structural tests, soils, concrete, masonry, and steel. All responses are due by email by 2:00 P.M. on September 28, 2026. Written questions are due by 2:00 p.m. on September 14, 2026.
Project approach and relevant qualifications (50), Relevant project experience and references (50), Litigation and Claims History (50), Project team summary (100), Fee schedule (50), Interview (50)
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Summary
Ventura County Office of Education is requesting statements of qualifications from DSA-approved persons, firms, or organizations to act as Lab of Record (LOR) and provide special inspection and material testing services for upcoming facility construction, modernization, and regional improvement projects, specifically including Gateway Annex School (DSA# 03-122398) and Gateway School Modernization (DSA# 03-122397).
The selected firm will provide special inspections and material testing in accordance with Title 24, California Code of Regulations and DSA Form 103, covering structural tests, soils, concrete, masonry, and steel. All responses are due by email by 2:00 P.M. on September 28, 2026. Written questions are due by 2:00 p.m. on September 14, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Signed Agreement
- Workers' Compensation Certification
- Fingerprinting/Criminal Background Investigation Certification
- Insurance Certificates and Endorsements
- W-9 Form
- Prevailing Wage Certification
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Scope location
- Ventura, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Ventura County Office of Education?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] and [email protected]. For questions, contact N. David Fateh.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Ventura County Office of Education 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 N. David Fateh. 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 approach and relevant qualifications (50), Relevant project experience and references (50), Litigation and Claims History (50), Project team summary (100), Fee schedule (50), Interview (50)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ventura County Office of Education?
All active and historical solicitations from Ventura County Office of Education are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Ventura County Office of Education 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 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: Signed Agreement, Workers' Compensation Certification, Fingerprinting/Criminal Background Investigation Certification, Insurance Certificates and Endorsements, W-9 Form, Prevailing Wage Certification. Review the full document from Ventura County Office of Education for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ventura, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.