RFQ - On-Call Architectural and Engineering (A and E) Services

Offerors Deadline to Submit Questions &/or Clarifications to Designated POC 12 July 2022 4:00pm District to Issue Response to Questions / Requests for Clarifications (approx.) 22 July 2022 The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District (the District) is requesting a Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) and References from qualified firms (hereafter referred to as "Offeror", "Prime Contractor/Offeror") to provide Architectural & Engineering (A&E) Architectural & Engineering (A&E) services, as set out in Section D- Scope of Work. The District invites sealed SOQs in accordance with the provisions, specifications, and instructions set forth in this RFQ. The District intends to award more than one contract for the Architectural & Engineering (A&E) services, however this is dependent upon the most qualified firms being selected. The Master contracts will not procure or specify a firm quantity of services and will provide for the issuance of Task Orders for the performance of tasks and services during the ordering period of the Master contract. Vendors will be selected on the basis of qualifications in accordance with state and federal procurement requirements. More detailed information regarding how the panels will be structured and evaluated can be found in the Evaluation Process. SOQs will be received until the date and time specified below. Late SOQs will not be considered. All Offerors are cautioned to read the entire RFQ, noting insurance and submittal requirements, and to complete all required forms. Failure to provide all requested information may cause the SOQ to be disqualified. It is the intent of the District to award an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) type contract to a panel of the most qualified, responsible Architectural & Engineering (A&E) firms to support projects on an as-needed per Task Order basis which will be issued on a time and materials basis. The offering period (the period when Taskings may occur) will be for three (3) years, effective 01 November 2022 through 30 October 2025. The period of performance and contract term period (the period when work can be completed) will be for five (5) years, effective 01 November 2022 through 30 October 2027. The selection of a specialty contractor and placement on the panel does not guarantee the assignment of work. The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time.

Division 03 -	Concrete, Concrete Forming and Accessories, Cast-in-Place Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Millwork.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Thermal Protection, Weather Barriers.
Division 08 -	Openings, Doors and Frames, Entrances, Windows.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Acoustical Ceilings, Flooring, Carpeting, Acoustic Treatment, Painting.
Division 12 -	Furnishings.
Division 21 -	Fire Suppression, Water-Based Fire-Suppression Systems, Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Instrumentation and Control for Plumbing, Plumbing Piping, Plumbing Equipment, Plumbing Fixtures, Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Air Distribution, Central HVAC Equipment.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Power Distribution Units, Lighting, Interior Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Exit Signs, Exterior Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Structured Cabling, Data Communications, Voice Communications.
Division 28 -	Electronic Safety and Security.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Clearing and Grubbing, Grading, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways, Paving Specialties, Parking Bumpers, Pavement Markings, Fences and Gates, Irrigation, Planting.
Division 33 -	Utilities.