UC Botanical Garden Access Improvements - Special Testing And Inspection Services

The University of California, Berkeley, is soliciting proposals for solicitation 12044B to secure a testing and inspection firm to serve as the Owner’s Testing Laboratory for the UC Botanical Garden Access Improvements project. This multi-phase construction effort, estimated at 10 million dollars, involves seven phases of work to enhance accessibility through the repaving of roads and the rebuilding of walks, ramps, stairs, plazas, and new decks. The selected firm will be responsible for reviewing material and product reports and performing special inspections, specifically for concrete construction per CBC 1705.3 and soils per CBC 1705.6, to ensure compliance with contract documents. The period of performance is scheduled to begin approximately October 28, 2026, and conclude around July 27, 2029, with months-long breaks between the seven construction phases. The University will rank the three most qualified consultants based on criteria including proposed staffing, firm and staff experience, coordination and supervision capabilities, and the ability to collaborate harmoniously with the University and General Contractor. Award negotiations will begin with the highest-ranked firm to determine tasks, staffing, schedule, and a maximum not-to-exceed fee. Interested respondents must submit a single PDF via BuildingConnected by October 29, 2026, including a letter of interest, firm qualifications, and three references. Additionally, pricing information provided in Attachments D and E must be submitted in a separate file. All awarded consultants must execute a Professional Services Agreement and provide evidence of an equal employment opportunity policy.