IRFP 902793 Signage and Wayfinding Master Planning Services

The County of Alameda has issued Informal Request for Proposal No. 902793 for professional consulting services to develop a comprehensive signage and wayfinding master plan for the Alco Park Garage, a nine-level public parking facility in Oakland, California. The scope of work involves assessing existing conditions, identifying accessibility and safety deficiencies, and providing design development and implementation support. The contractor is required to inventory 100 percent of existing signs and produce a final master plan with technical specifications for future bidding. Notably, the fabrication, procurement, and installation of signs are excluded from this contract. The contract has an initial term of three years starting January 1, 2027, with a possible two-year extension. Phases 1 through 3 must be completed within 24 weeks of the start date, while Phases 4 and 5 are provided as needed. Award decisions will be based on the greatest value, with qualitative evaluation criteria weighted more heavily than cost. Bidders must meet Small and Emerging Locally Owned Business requirements to be considered, and a 5 percent preference may be applied to certified SLEB firms. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format via the County of Alameda Procurement Portal by October 19, 2026.