Architect-Engineer (A-E) Structural Engineering Services – Task Order Contract

OC Public Works, on behalf of the County of Orange, is soliciting responses for an Architect-Engineer (A-E) Structural Engineering Services Task Order Contract under solicitation number 080-3128202-DB-A. This as-needed contract is designed to supplement existing resources for various projects, providing professional services including structural loading capacity evaluations, foundation analyses, seismic upgrades, and the development of construction documents using AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM. The scope encompasses the full project lifecycle from initial structural feasibility studies and design to participating in final inspections and preparing structural punch-lists. The award process is based on a points-weighted evaluation of Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), which must be submitted via the County's eProcurement portal by December 4, 2026. Proposals are strictly organized into three parts, with the technical response limited to 25 pages. Key requirements for respondents include a valid Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), a D-U-N-S number, and compliance with the County Model Contract, as exceptions to the contract terms will result in a score of zero for that criterion. Final award determinations are subject to reference checks, past performance reviews, and potential approval by the County Board of Supervisors. Compensation is structured through a fee schedule based on hourly rates per classification and actual costs for reimbursables, with payment terms set at net thirty days. The contract requires adherence to California Labor Code prevailing wage laws, County safety policies, and the submission of an Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Selected firms must provide a dedicated Project Manager and ensure personnel stability throughout the duration of the contract. All deliverables must meet federal, state, and local regulatory standards and be subject to quality-assurance reviews prior to County submission.