RPOSD RFSQ For As-Needed Consultant Services

The Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) has issued a Request for Statement of Qualifications (RFSQ) to establish a prequalified pool of consultants for as-needed professional services through master agreements. The contract, identified as RPOSD-CONSULTANTS-2025-8, covers a broad range of categories including communication and event support, community outreach, document digitization, financial and assessment support, GIS and mapping, grant writing, management consulting, park planning and policy, program evaluation and compliance, project technical assistance, and website development. This solicitation aims to provide RPOSD with flexible access to qualified consultants who can respond to evolving project needs in California, with the period of performance extending through February 28, 2030, and options for extensions up to eight years in total. The selection process emphasizes qualifications and experience rather than price, with vendors submitting a single Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) addressing one or multiple service categories. The SOQ must be concise, organized into designated sections, and submitted electronically in PDF format by the deadline. Evaluation factors focus on program effectiveness, equity, compliance with strategic goals, and vendor capability as demonstrated through project history and references. Upon qualification, consultants become eligible for specific Work Order Solicitations (WOS) under master agreements, each defining individual project scopes, deliverables, schedules, and compensation terms. The contract stipulates vendor responsibilities including designated project managers, compliance with applicable laws, background investigations as required, and mandatory registration in the County WebVen system. Payment is handled via electronic funds transfer, and invoices must align with completed work orders. While standard federal acquisition clauses are not incorporated, general contractual terms govern performance, record retention, and inspection rights. The solicitation does not specify contract value or pricing but sets a framework for streamlined procurement of a wide variety of consulting services supporting RPOSD’s mission to enhance and manage regional parks and open space resources.