Fire Training Tower Renovation

The City of Santa Clara Public Works Department is soliciting professional design and engineering services for the renovation of its Fire Training Tower under solicitation number 20260717029. The project focuses on correcting structural deficiencies and deterioration caused by heat, fire, and water exposure. The selected consultant will be responsible for field verifications, condition assessments, and the development of comprehensive construction bid documents, including plans, specifications, and estimates. Key technical requirements include concrete spall repairs, steel stair system replacement, electrical system upgrades, fire standpipe repairs, and ensuring full building code and seismic compliance. The contract is awarded based on a best value trade-off evaluation, where cost is not a factor in the selection process. Evaluation is weighted toward the qualifications and availability of key staff (35%), project approach (30%), firm qualifications (20%), and the project schedule (15%). The estimated contract value ranges from approximately 497,287 to 502,831 dollars, depending on the selected construction option. The project is subject to California state law, prevailing wage requirements under the California Labor Code, and strict conflict of interest guidelines. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format by August 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM PDT via email or the BidNet Direct portal.