Mailbox Only - RFQ for Engineering Services for the River West Fresno Eaton Trail Extension Project

The City of Fresno Capital Projects Department is seeking Statements of Qualifications from environmental consulting firms for the River West Fresno Eaton Trail Extension Project. This capital improvement project involves the construction of approximately 2.4 miles of a 22-foot-wide multipurpose trail, including three trailhead parking lots and various amenities near Spano Park. The selected consultant will be responsible for performing biological surveys for various plant and animal species and conducting Extended Phase 1 Subsurface Testing for archaeological deposits both before and during construction. All work must adhere to the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program of the Final Environmental Impact Report and California Environmental Quality Act Section 15381, with results compiled into a final report. Archaeological testing must be performed by individuals meeting the United States Secretary of the Interior's professional standards. Funding for the project is provided through a State of California Wildlife Conservation Board Implementation Grant. Phase 1 construction is anticipated to run from February 2027 through November 2027. Interested firms must submit five hard copies of their SOQ by October 21, 2026. Evaluation is based on a 100-point scale considering staff experience, work plan, firm history, and understanding of the project, followed by a final evaluation involving references and a presentation. The contract will be paid via monthly checks, and the selected consultant will be required to provide a detailed cost proposal upon selection. Compliance with specific insurance requirements, non-discrimination policies, and strict fire prevention and worker health and safety plans is mandatory.