SLED Opportunity · CALIFORNIA · ORANGE COUNTY - CALIFORNIA

    Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMAR) for Facilities Security Improvements

    Issued by Orange County - California
    countyRFPOrange County - CaliforniaSol. 236478
    Closed
    STATUS
    Closed
    due Jul 30, 2026
    PUBLISHED
    Jun 30, 2026
    Posting date
    JURISDICTION
    Orange County
    county
    NAICS CODE
    236220
    AI-classified industry

    AI Summary

    Orange County seeks a Construction Manager-at-Risk for security system modernization at John Wayne Airport, including fiber-optic installation, video surveillance, access control, and perimeter detection system upgrades. Proposals due July 30, 2026, with a pre-proposal meeting on July 9, 2026.

    Opportunity details

    Solicitation No.
    236478
    Type / RFx
    RFP
    Status
    open
    Level
    county
    Published Date
    June 30, 2026
    Due Date
    July 30, 2026
    NAICS Code
    236220AI guide
    Agency
    Orange County - California

    Description

    The County of Orange, John Wayne Airport (hereinafter referred to as “County”), is soliciting proposals from qualified firms (hereinafter referred to as “Respondents”) for the replacement and modernization of security systems at John Wayne Airport (“JWA”), including installation of a new fiber-optic loop and supporting IT infrastructure, replacement of the existing video surveillance system, installation of additional cameras, and complete replacement of the airport’s access control system.  Respondents must meet the minimum qualifications and requirements as set forth within this Request for Proposal ("RFP") and be capable of providing services identified in the Scope of Work herein.

    The proposed schedule below is subject to change.  Any changes to the schedule will be issued to all Respondents via addenda on the County's eProcurement Portal.

    This is a fully electronic Request for Proposals (RFP). Respondents must submit their proposals online via the County’s online bidding system. Only electronic proposals will be accepted. Facsimile and e-mail proposals will NOT be allowed. For assistance with uploading proposals through the County’s eProcurement Portal, please contact procurement-support@opengov.com or https://help.procurement.opengov.com/en/.

    All questions or requests for interpretation must be received within this solicitation by Friday, July 17, 2026, before 2:00 pm as specified in this solicitation. Respondents are not to contact other County personnel with any questions or clarifications concerning this solicitation. Verbal clarifications or responses will not be considered binding.

    Background

    The Facility Security Improvement Project will update and replace aging IT and Security infrastructure at JWA. Project scope shall consist of the exhibits provided in the RFP solicitation and will be refined, developed, and finalized during preconstruction services. Scope will include the replacement of the airport-wide IT fiber loop, upgrades and replacement of Access Control System and associated doors hardware, along with the replacement and addition of CCTV/VMS systems throughout the airport. Security improvements will also include the installation of an enhanced Perimeter Detection System around the airfield.

    All scope of work shall be sequenced in a manner that maintains existing system and equipment capabilities during installation and until cutovers are complete to new systems. Work shall be scheduled in a manner that supports daily airport operations at all times. Ongoing coordination will be required with various stakeholders including JWA Operations, OC Sherriff, JWA CALM, JWA IT, and JWA Maintenance, along with various lease holders around airfield and within the terminals and parking garages.

    DBE participation goals are suspended for this solicitation and will not be required for responsiveness or considered in award decisions.

    The County continues to support DBE participation and encourages respondents to include certified DBE firms where practicable. However, any DBE participation submitted will be for informational purposes only and will not be evaluated.

    While certain aspects of the Federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program are currently paused, John Wayne Airport continues to strongly encourage small business participation in our contracting opportunities. Information on our Small Business Element may be found on pages 30 and 31 of our DBE Program Manual. For the purposes of this program, a firm should meet the requirements outlined in 49 CFR Part 26.5 to be considered a Small Business. If a Respondent is unable to commit to the Small Business participation goal of 25%, the Respondent should be prepared to submit documentation showing that a good faith effort was made to include Small Businesses.  Any participation submitted will be for informational purposes only and will not be scored.

    Project Details

    • Reference ID: 280-3010603-GK
    • Department: John Wayne Airport
    • Department Head: Charlene Reynolds (Airport Director)

    Important Dates

    • Questions Due: 2026-07-17T21:00:25.750Z
    • Pre-Proposal Meeting: 2026-07-09T17:00:00.000Z — 18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707 (the John Wayne Statue)

    Evaluation Criteria

    • Qualifications, Related Experience, and Technical Expertise (100 pts)

      Respondent shall:
      1. Have a minimum of five (5) years of direct experience with General Contracting (as a Prime), Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMAR), or Design-Build (DB).
      2. Provide a brief profile of the Respondent (if applicable, the prime Respondent and subcontractor(s)), including the types of services offered; the year founded; form of the organization (corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship); number, size and location of offices; number of employees.
      3. Describe the Respondent’s (if applicable, the prime Respondent’s and subcontractor’s(s’)) experience in performing work of a similar nature to that solicited in this RFP.
      4. Identify at least 3 comparable projects in which the Respondent served as either General Contractor, CMARE, DB or agency Construction Manager during Pre-Construction and Construction Phases. Include the following information for each project:

      1. Project description and location;
      2. Project photos.
      3. Role of the Respondent. If CMARE, DBE, or General Contractor, identify the percent of work self- performed. Also specify services provided during Pre-Construction Phase, i.e. cost estimating, scheduling, value engineering, etc.);
      4. Project’s original contracted construction cost and final construction cost (if CMAR, include GMPs and both owner and contractor contingencies)
      5. Construction dates
      6. Project County
      7. Reference information (two current names with telephone numbers per project)
      8.  Consultants utilized;
      9. Key Personnel utilized.

      5. List of all County projects where the Respondent provided CMARE, DBE, agency construction management, or general construction services in the last five (5) years, either completed or ongoing.

    • Proposed Work Plan/Project Approach (100 pts)

      1. Describe the approach to completing each required objective specified within the Scope of Work. In addition, provide an approach structured to ensure the following:
      a. Quality performance;
      b. Cost control and ability to complete the project within scope, schedule and budget;
      c. Responsiveness to County staff and project requirements;
      d. Coordination between Respondent and County staff; and
      e. Uninterrupted business operations.
      2. Outline sequentially the activities that would be undertaken in completing the objectives, discuss effective phasing and specify the staff member(s) and/or subcontractor(s) proposed to perform each objective.
      3. Respondent shall propose enhancement, procedural or technical innovations to the Scope of Work that do not materially deviate from the objectives required content of the project.
      4. Respondent proposals shall include any identified Value Engineering and/or Alternate Systems Evaluation opportunities based on the Contract Documents and their proposed work plan.
      5. Respondent proposals shall include specific proposed work tasks and measurable end products to accomplish the tasks outlined in Section III: Model Contract Pre-Construction Services, Attachment A, Scope of Work.
      6. Include a detailed schedule outlining tasks and durations required to complete the Project.
      7. Discuss the major issues your team has identified on this project and how you intend to address those issues.
      8. Describe how you intend to implement a subcontractor selection plan including your recommendations for subcontractor trades to be selected by qualifications only vs. qualifications and Proposals; and discuss the benefit that your subcontractor selection plan provides to the project.
      9. Describe your project management approach and organization during Pre-Construction and Construction Phase. Describe systems used for planning, scheduling, estimating and managing construction. Briefly describe the team’s experience on quality control, dispute resolution and safety management.
      10. Describe how the Respondent intends to address public relations, community/customer outreach and stakeholder involvement in conjunction with the County and County Public Information Officer (PIO). Said work may consist of the Respondent providing stakeholder/community briefings and meeting coordination, public relations/community relations reporting to the County and stakeholders and provide ongoing updated informational materials such as project fact sheets, public notes, etc.
      11. Provide information on the planned organization of Respondent’s project staff that will be used on the Project for the design phase. Include basic staffing levels. Describe capabilities to plan, organize, cost and schedule development/management.
      12. Provide approach work plan for project. Indicate clear understanding of County’s needs and objectives.
      13. Describe methods of approaching how services will be provided and tools that will be used to deliver Pre-Construction Services.
      14. Subcontractor Selection Plan – Please refer to Section III, Model Contract – Pre-Construction Services, subsection 2.8 (Major Subcontractor and Major Supplier Selections) for subcontract selection plan criteria.

    • Proposed Staffing and Project Organization (100 pts)

      a. Identify key staff members proposed to perform Services and include major areas of subcontractor work. Key staff members shall be identified, at a minimum, for the Project Management which shall have a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in similar or comparable projects.
      b. Identify subcontractors (if any) that will be assigned to perform services listed in the Scope of Work, by Company name, address, contact person, telephone number and project function, etc.. Please refer to Attachment B of the Model Contract.
      c. For each key person identified, list their length of time with the Respondent and at least two, but no more than eight, comparable projects in which they have played a primary role. If a project selected for a key person is the same as one selected for the Respondent, provide just the project name and the role of the key person. For other projects provide the following:
      i. Description of the project;
      ii. Role of the key person;
      iii. Project’s original construction cost and final construction cost;
      iv. Construction dates;
      v. Project Owner;
      vi. Reference information (two current names with telephone numbers per project); and
      vii. List any proposed consultants, including key staff names and the experience and qualifications of these individuals.
      d. Furnish resumes for all proposed key staff members, including key subcontractor staff. The resumes shall describe the specific experience of each staff member as it relates to some or all of the knowledge and experience requirements needed for the services as described within the Scope of Work;
      e. Include a project organization chart which clearly delineates communication and reporting relationships among the key staff members and among subcontractor staff; and Respondent.
      f. Include Attachment B, Staffing plan from Section III, Model Contract Pre-Construction Services.

    • Financial Condition and Safety Record (80 pts)

      A. Provide a general description of the Respondent’s (if applicable, the prime’s and subcontractor’s) financial condition and identify any conditions (e.g., bankruptcy, pending litigation, planned office closures, or impeding merger) that may impede Respondent’s ability to complete the services.
      B. Provide a brief profile of the Respondent (if applicable, the prime and subcontractor(s), including the types of services offered; the year founded; form of the organization (corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship); number, size and location of offices; number of employees.
      C. Provide a notarized letter from your surety company with the maximum bonding capacity of the Respondent.
      D. Experience Modification Rate (EMR) for the past three years. Respondent shall submit Insurance Broker’s or Certified Safety Professional’s letter with explanation of EMR.

      a. If your EMR for the last years is or was higher than 1.00, you may, if you wish, attach a letter of explanation on a separate signed page or pages;
      b. List number of documented safety meetings to be held for construction employees and field supervisors during the course of the Project;
      c. List any penalties assessed by the federal Occupational Safety Health Administration within the last five years; and
      d. List any EPA or Regional Quality Control Board cited and assessed penalties against either your firm/company or the owner of a project on which your firm/company was the Contractor within the last five years.

    • Proposal Organization/Completeness of Response/Additional Information (100 pts)

      1. Proposals shall address all required information and shall be presented in a clear and concise fashion.

      2. Include any additional relevant information having a bearing on measuring firm’s capabilities and services.

    • Compliance with the County Model Contract (20 pts)

      *Note:  Respondents submitting exceptions to the County Model Contract of this RFP, will receive a score of “0” for this criterion.

    • Presentation/Interview Scoring Format: 400 points maximum: (400 pts)

      County reserves the right to conduct, or to not conduct, oral interviews and/or presentations with the highest-scored Respondent(s). The decision whether to conduct oral interviews/presentations rests solely with County and the decision of the DPA is final. Respondents shall be ready to attend interview within fifteen (15) calendar days of notification. Any inquiry to determine the responsibility of a Respondent to this RFP may be conducted. Respondent agrees that the submission of a Response is permission by Respondent for County to verify all information contained therein. If County believes it necessary, additional information may be requested from Respondent. The County may also send written questions and ask for written responses within five (5) business days. Failure to comply with any such request may disqualify a Respondent from further consideration. Respondents must be prepared to discuss all aspects of their Response in detail, including technical questions. Respondents will not be allowed to alter or amend their Response through the use of the presentation process.

      NOTE: If interview/presentations are not conducted, the Written Response shall account for 900 total points of the scoring.

    • Cost Proposal (100 pts)

      The Response with the lowest cost receives the maximum points allowed for this criterion. All other proposals receive a percentage of the available points based on their cost relative to the lowest-priced Response.

      At the time of the interview, the respondent shall submit Attachment C of both model contracts, which includes the total proposed Guaranteed Maximum Price for Pre-Construction services, Guaranteed Maximum Price for Construction services, construction profit margin, construction labor & overhead, and hourly rate schedule.

      Should any Preference Policies apply, the Preference Policy Applicable to Cost Proposal criteria will be scored.

    • Preference Policy Applicable to Cost Proposal (8 pts)
      1. Request for Proposal (RFP):
        An additional five percent (5%) shall be applied to the tallied cost score of each certified OCLSB or DVBE to obtain their final score. If the final score of any OCLSB or DVBE matches the final score of a non-OCLSB or non-DVBE, preference shall be given to the certified OCLSB. If two or more OCLSB or DVBEs have the same final score, the County shall determine the contract award based on the County’s best interest.
      2. Dual OCLSB and DVBE Preference provides for the following:
        1. Business Certified as OCLSB and DVBE
          If a State-certified OCLSB is also a State-certified DVBE, the preference given to that business shall be 8% instead of 5%.
      3. Subcontractors:
        If bidder is submitting subcontractors to qualify for the OCLSB or DVBE preference, bidder must demonstrate through the Staffing Plan that 20% of the total bid amount is allocated to the OCLSB and/or DVBE subcontractor(s).

      *NOTE: DVBE PREFERENCE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO PUBLIC WORKS OR A-E CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.

    Submission Requirements

    • PART 1: COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

      Some *required questions might not be applicable to your company. Do not leave any required fields blank. Please indicate "N/A" when necessary. A required field that is left blank will prohibit your response from being submitted.

      *indicates that it is required.

    • Cover Letter/Executive Summary (required)

      All Responses must be accompanied by a cover letter of introduction and executive summary of the Response. The cover letter must be signed by person(s) with authority to bind the Respondent.

      If the Respondent is a corporation, two (2) signatures are required: one (1) signature by the Chairman of the Board, the President or any Vice President; and one (1) signature by the Secretary, any Assistant Secretary, the Chief Financial Officer or any Assistant Treasurer. The signature of one person alone is sufficient to bind a corporation, as long as he or she holds corporate offices in each of the two categories described above. For County purposes, proof of such dual office holding will be satisfied by having the individual sign the instrument twice, each time indicating his or her office that qualifies under the above-described provision. In the alternative, a single corporate signature is acceptable when accompanied by a corporate resolution demonstrating the legal authority of the signatory to bind the corporation.

      An unsigned or improperly signed Response submission is grounds for rejection of the Response and disqualification from further participation in this RFP process. All Responses shall include this Cover Page with appropriate signatures as required.

    • Validity of Response (required)

      The County requires that all response be valid for at least three hundred sixty-five (365) calendar days. Submissions not valid for at least three hundred sixty-five (365) days will be considered nonresponsive. The Respondent shall state the length of time for which the submitted response shall remain valid below: 

      Please state 365 calendar Days if your response will be valid for that period of time.  If your response will be valid for a different period of time please list the appropriate number of calendar days. 

    • Certification of Understanding (required)

      The County assumes no responsibility for any understanding or representation made by any of its officers, employees or agents during or prior to the execution of any Contract resulting from this solicitation unless: 

      1. Such understanding or representations are expressly stated in the Contract; and 
      2. The Contract expressly provides that the County therefore assumes the responsibility. 

      Representations made but not expressly stated and for which liability is not expressly assumed by the County in the Contract shall be deemed only for the information of the Respondent. 

      Respondent certifies that such understanding has been considered in this response.

    • Minimum Qualifications/Requirements Statement (required)

      The Respondent certifies that it has thoroughly examined the County’s requirements and meets all minimum qualifications and requirements set forth in this RFP.

    • Documents Required After Award (required)

      Proposer understands and agrees that upon recommendation of contract award, CMARE will be required to submit the following documents within ten (10) days of notification by County, unless otherwise specified in the RFP:

      1. Insurance Certificate(s) of Insurance including additional Insured Endorsement(s) (see Model Contract).
      2. W-9 Current signed form W-9 (Taxpayer Identification Number & Certification) which includes D-BE’s legal business name(s).
      3. Signed Contract – Selected CMARE will be required to sign a contract upon award.  If CMARE is a corporation, signature will be provided in accordance with the corporation’s code as specified in this solicitation.
    • Certificate of Insurance (required)

      The Respondent shall certify its willingness and ability to provide the required insurance coverage and certificates as set forth in the Model Contract.

    • Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service Form W-9 Requirements

      All Contractors will be required to submit to County a federal Form W-9, or form W-8 for foreign vendors.  County will inform Contractor, at the time of award, if the Form W-9 or W-8 will be required.

      In order to comply with this County requirement, within ten (10) days of notification of selection of award of Contract but prior to official award of Contract, the selected Contractor agrees to furnish to the agency Deputy Procurement Agent (DPA) the required W-9 or W-8.

      You may upload the appropriate form here or comply within the ten (10) days as described above. 

    • Conflict of Interest (required)

      Does the Respondent have an existing relationship with the County, past or current, for any financial or business reasons, or any other reason?

      An answer of "NO" shall be considered as Respondent certifying that no relationship exists or has existed as outlined below. An answer of "YES" will allow you to disclose the necessary information to the County.

      Respondent with an existing or past relationship with the County, for any reason, shall answer "YES" to this question and disclose:

      1. Any financial, business or other relationship with the County, any other entity that the County Board of Supervisors governs, or any County Board member, officer or employee, which may have an impact, affect or influence on the outcome of the services you propose to provide. Provide a list of current clients, employees, principals or shareholders (including family members) who may have a financial interest in the outcome of services you propose to provide.
      2. Any financial, business or other relationship within the last three (3) years with any firm or member of any firm who may have a financial interest in the outcome of the work.
    • Conflict of Interest Follow Up Question 1 (required)

      Disclose any financial, business or other relationship with the County, any other entity that the County Board of Supervisors governs, or any County Board member, officer or employee, which may have an impact, affect or influence on the outcome of the services you propose to provide. Provide a list of current clients, employees, principals or shareholders (including family members) who may have a financial interest in the outcome of services you propose to provide.

    • Conflict of Interest Follow Up Question 2 (required)

      Disclose any financial, business or other relationship within the last three (3) years with any firm or member of any firm who may have a financial interest in the outcome of the work.

    • Skilled Apprentice Requirements (required)

      By confirming here, Respondent certifies an enforceable commitment to the County of Orange to meet the requirements of PCC 22164 (c). 

    • Skilled and Trained Workforce Commitment (required)

      By confirming below, Respondent provides an enforceable commitment that it and its subcontracts at every tier will use a skilled and trained workforce to perform all work on the Project that falls within an apprenticeable occupation in the building and constructions trades as required by Public Contract Code 22185.3(b). Respondent understands that it will not be evaluated for selection unless this commitment is provided.

    • Compliance with Public Contract Code Section 20146(c) (required)

      Respondent provides an enforceable commitment that it and its subcontracts at every tier will use a skilled and trained workforce to perform all work on the Project that falls within an apprenticable occupation in the building and constructions trades as required by Public Contract Code 20146(c). Respondent understands its response shall not be considered unless this commitment is given.

    • Liquidated Damages (required)

      State YES or NO that you are aware of and agree to the Liquidated Damages Clause below, which will be a part of an ensuing contract.

      In accordance with Government Code Section 53069.85, CMARE agrees to forfeit and pay to County the sum of $10,000 per day for each calendar day that completion of all the work required by the Contract Documents is delayed beyond the Contract Time, or specified portion of work if designated in a GMP, as may be adjusted by Change Order. County may deduct such sum from any payments due to or to become due to CMARE.

      If the Liquidated Damages exceed the unpaid balance of the Contract Price otherwise owed to CMARE, then CMARE shall immediately pay County the difference.

    • Statement of Compliance (required)

      A statement of compliance with all parts of this RFP or a listing of exceptions and suggested changes must be submitted in response to this RFP. 

      • Yes = No Exceptions: This response is in strict compliance with said RFP, including, but not limited to, the terms and conditions set forth in the Contract and its Attachments, and no exceptions thereto are proposed. 


      • No = Exceptions: If there are any proposed exceptions, This response shall proceed to upload a list of any and all exceptions in accordance with the instructions provided  after "No" is selected.

      Note: Respondents submitting exceptions to the County Model Contract listed in this RFP will receive a score of “0” for that criteria.

    • Attachment for each proposed exception must include: (required)
      1. The RFP page number and section of the provision Respondent is taking exception to; 
      2. The complete provision Respondent is taking exception to; 
      3. The Respondent’s suggested rewording; 
      4. Reason(s) for submitting the proposed exception; and 
      5. Any impact the proposed exception may have on cost, scheduling, or other areas.
    • Non-Collusion Affidavit (required)

      Each Respondent must execute the Non-Collusion Declaration contained in the RFP and submit it with the Response.

      The County of Orange may require that the Respondent, before awarding any subcontract, secure Non-Collusion Declarations from proposed Subcontractors. The County of Orange does not conduct business with Respondents who engage in the act of Collusion. 

    • Non-Collusion Declaration - A (required)

      Has your firm ever initiated discussions with competing consulting firms about the payment structure of an existing or potential future contract with the County of Orange? Respondent must select one (1).

      If Respondent selects Yes answer, Respondent must provide a brief explanation below. A “Yes” answer may preclude you from moving forward in the RFP Process. Respondent must certify both questions below: 

    • Reason for Collusion: (required)
    • Non-Collusion Declaration - B (required)

      If not, has your firm participated in any discussions with competing firms in an effort to influence the payment structure for existing or potential County contracts? Respondent must select one (1). A “Yes” answer may preclude you from moving forward in the RFP Process. 

    • Provide names of competing firms: (required)
    • Iran Contracting Act Certification Form (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleets Regulation form (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Iran Contracting Act Certification Form (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleets Regulation form (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Litigation against County of Orange in the past seven (7) years (required)

      Respondent must certify either Yes or No:

      1. (Yes) Respondent certifies current/past litigation as follows:

        1. Respondent shall provide detailed information regarding litigation (court and case number), liens, or claims involving Respondent, or any company that holds a controlling interest in Respondent, against County of Orange in the past seven (7) years.

      2. (No) Respondent certifies that Respondent or any proposed subcontractors do not have any past or current litigation described above. 
    • Respondent shall provide detailed information regarding litigation (court and case number), liens, or claims involving any proposed subcontractors, or any company that holds a controlling interest in subcontractor firm(s), against County of Orange in the past seven (7) years. (required)
    • Name/Ownership Changes: (required)

      Respondent must certify either Yes or No below:

      1. (Yes) Respondent certifies past company name changes and/or ownership changes, for Respondent’s firm and any proposed subcontractor firm, as follows:

        1. Respondent shall provide detailed information regarding any company name changes (including legal business names) in the past seven (7) years.

      1. (No) Respondent certifies that Respondent or any proposed subcontractors have not had any company name change or ownership changes in the past seven (7) years.

    • Respondent shall provide detailed information regarding any company ownership changes (including legal business names) in the past seven (7) years.  (required)
    • The Levine Act: County of Orange Campaign Contribution Disclosure (required)

      The Levine Act compliance is a minimum submittal requirement of this solicitation. 

      Please complete and sign  the County of Orange Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form attached hereto. A proposer’s failure to provide a completed and signed copy will render its proposal as incomplete and nonresponsive. 

    • Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Participation (required)

      Confirmation that your team is including a 25% goal for certified SBE participation.  This may be achieved through sub-contracting the work or through the prime being certified as an SBE.  The 25% goal is achieved throughout the overall contract term. If participation is not achieved, Respondent shall submit Good Faith Effort (GFE) demonstrating attempt to achieve participation.

    • Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Certification(s) (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload. Also, include any SBE certifications that are applicable.  

    • Certification Regarding Debarment (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Political Reform Act Confirmation (Statement of Economic Interest - Form 700) (required)

      Check the box to confirm - If subject to the Political Reform Act, Respondent shall conform to all requirements of the Act.

      Failure to do so shall constitute a material breach and is grounds for immediate termination of the Contract by County. Respondent shall indemnify and hold harmless County for any and all claims for damages resulting from Respondent’s violation of this Section. 

    • Preference Policy - OCLSB/DVBE (required)

      Orange County Local Small Business (OCLSB) or a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE)

      To participate as an OCLSB and/or DVBE, the requirements in the OCLSB AND DVBE PREFERENCE POLICIES CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS must be met

    • OC Local Small Business (OCLSB) Preference And Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) Certifications (required)

      Instructions are located here: https://cpo.ocgov.com/doing-business-oc/preference-policies

    • Will a sub-contractor meet this preference policy certification requirement? (required)
    • Upload the proof of certification for each sub-contractor that meets this preference policy certification requirement?

      Required for projects exceeding $5 million

    • Contractor Safety (required)

      Contractor shall comply with County’s Safety and Loss Prevention Policy and Procedure #306 (“Contractor  Safety Responsibilities”) and submit a copy of its Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) and  Contractor Safety-Activity Checklist to the designated County Procurement staff as part of the solicitation  and/or contract process. Contractor will notify County Project Manager of any revisions to the Safety-Activity Checklist and will provide a new Safety-Activity Checklist upon County request. The IIPP shall  comply with California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 1509 or 3203 (whichever applies). Contractor  shall submit other safety programs that pertain to the type of job that will be performed on site. County  reserves the right to conduct inspections and audits as necessary for the purpose of evaluating any aspect  of safety performance under this Contract.

    • Homeless Service System Pillars Attestation (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Safety Data Sheets (SDS) (required)

      Contractor is required to provide a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 5194, for each hazardous substance that is provided, used or created as part of the goods or  services provided by Contractor to County. The SDS for each substance must be sent to either the County  Project Manager, as specified in the “Notices” provision of this Contract, or to the place of shipment or  provision of goods/services.

    • Contract Signatures (required)

      Upon recommendation of contract award, Respondent will be required to submit the Signed Contract within ten (10) days of County notification, unless otherwise specified in the RFP.

      Selected Respondent will be required to sign a contract upon award. If selected Respondent is a corporation, signature will be provided in accordance with the corporation’s code as specified in this solicitation. 

    • I HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD AND AGREE TO ALL STATEMENTS IN THIS REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, AND TO THE TERMS, CONDITIONS AND ATTACHMENTS REFERENCED HEREIN (required)
    • PART 2: COMPANY PROFILE & REFERENCES

      Some *required questions might not be applicable to your company. Do not leave any required fields blank. Please indicate "N/A" when necessary. A required field that is left blank will prohibit your response from being submitted.

      *indicates that it is required.

    • Company Legal Name: (required)
    • Company Legal Status (corporation, partnership, etc.): (required)
    • Unique Entity Identifier Number (UEI) (required)

      The County requires a valid UEI number and complete registration.  Your company may obtain one at no cost at https://sam.gov/entity-registration. 

    • California Secretary of State registration - active and in good standing (required)

      Please upload your active certificate from the California Secretary of State.

      CA Sec. of State Verification Link = https://bizfileonline.sos.ca.gov/search/business

    • D-U-N-S Number (required)

      Please provide your company's DUNS number. 

      The County requires a valid D-U-N-S number prior to Contract Award. If needed, your company may obtain one at no cost at www.dnb.com.  If you are unable to provide/obtain a D-U-N-S number, please indicate so in lieu of the number.

    • Federal Taxpayer ID Number: (required)
    • California Department of Justice, Office of Attorney General active registration (required)

      Please provide your active (registration status is current) 

      • RCT Registration Number
      • Renewal/Expiration Date

      DOJ Verification Link - https://rct.doj.ca.gov/Verification/Web/Search.aspx?facility=Y

    • DIR Registration No: (required)

      Please enter your DIR (Department of Industrial Relations) Public Works Registration Number.

    • Active licenses issued by the California State Contractor’s License Board: (required)

      Enter License Number

    • DVBE Certification No: (required)

      To be certified as a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise by the County of Orange, a business shall meet (1) and (2) below:

      1. Must be certified as a DVBE by the State of California Department of General Services (DGS); and, 

      2. DGS DVBE requirements must be valid at the time of bid/proposal submittal.

    • SBA Certification No: (required)

      Enter certification number

    • SAM.gov Confirmation (required)

      Please upload a printout from SAM.gov to confirm that your company currently has no active exclusions. The printout must be no greater than seven (7) calendar days prior to the due date of this bid.

    • Corporate Office Address (required)

      What is the address of the company's corporate office? Please provide the full street/mailing address.

    • Local Business Address(es): (required)

      Please provide the local business address for the company named above. If there are multiple local addresses then please provide all.

    • Telephone Number: (required)
    • Email Address: (required)
    • Length of time Respondent has been in business: (required)
    • Length of time at current location: (required)
    • Is your firm a sole proprietorship doing business under a different name? (required)
    • If yes, please indicate sole proprietor’s name and the name you are doing business under: (required)
    • Is Respondent incorporated? (required)
    • If yes, State of Incorporation: (required)
    • Contract Signature Authority - Executive Signature (required)

      If incorporated, please provide the name, contact number, and email of the person who would provide this signature authority.  The Executive Signer Authority comes from the President, Vice-President, or Chairperson of the Board.

      • Contact Full Name:
      • Contact Number:
      • E-mail Address:
    • Contract Signature Authority - Financial Signature (required)

      If incorporated, please provide the name, contact number, and email of the person who would provide this signature authority.  The Financial Signer Authority comes from the Secretary, Assistant Secretary, Chief Financial Officer, or Treasurer.

      • Contact Full Name:
      • Contact Number:
      • E-mail Address:
    • Contract Signature Authority (required)

      If not incorporated, please provide the name, contact number, and email of the person who has the binding and signature authority of this contract.

      • Contact Full Name:
      • Contact Title:
      • Contact Number:
      • E-mail Address:
    • Regular business hours: (required)
    • Regular holidays observed: (required)
    • Contact person in reference to this RFP: (required)

      Please include the following information in this response and note that this person is responsible for monitoring and responding to all communications for this solicitation:

      1. Contact Person Full Name:
      2. Telephone Number:
      3. Fax Number:
      4. Email Address:
      5. Mobile Number:
    • Contact person for Accounts Payable: (required)

      Please include the following information in this response:

      1. Contact Person Full Name:
      2. Telephone Number:
      3. Fax Number:
      4. Email Address:
      5. Mobile Number:
    • Contact person for Project Manager: (required)

      Please include the following information in this response:

      1. Contact Person Full Name:
      2. Telephone Number:
      3. Fax Number:
      4. Email Address:
      5. Mobile Number:
    • Company Emergency Contact (required)

      State the following for the emergency contact person in reference to this services:

      • Full Name (First and Last) of contact during non-business hours
      • Telephone Number (including area code)
      • Fax Number (including area code), if applicable
      • Cell Phone Number (if different than regular phone)
      • Full Email Address
    • Reference Submission Acknowledgement (required)

      By selecting “Confirm” the Respondent certifies that it has provided the required number of references in accordance with Section 2.28 and has instructed each reference contact to complete and submit the Reference Questionnaire Template directly to John Wayne Airport Procurement by the RFP Submittal Closing deadline.

      The Respondent further acknowledges that it is solely responsible for ensuring that all reference responses are received by John Wayne Airport Procurement by the deadline.

      Failure of reference contacts to submit completed reference questionnaires as required will result in the proposal being deemed non-responsive.

    • References (required)

      Respondent must demonstrate successful prior performance of comparable services in the public sector and provide a minimum of five (5) references. At least three (3) references must be from airport entities comparable in size and scope to the County of Orange for which similar services have been performed within the past five (5) years.

      References shall not be from County of Orange departments, and no more than one (1) reference may be provided per entity.

      Each reference contact must complete the attached Reference Questionnaire Template and submit it directly to John Wayne Airport Procurement assigned Buyer via email gkim@ocair.com by the RFP Submittal Closing deadline.

      Reference responses must be transmitted from an official email account of the entity providing the reference (e.g., company or agency domain email address). Submissions from personal email accounts (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) will not be accepted.

      Reference questionnaires must address all required questions in full using the attached template.

      It is the Respondent’s sole responsibility to ensure that all required reference responses are received by John Wayne Airport Procurement by the RFP deadline.

      Failure to receive the required number of completed reference questionnaires, submitted in accordance with these requirements, by the deadline will result in the proposal being deemed non-responsive.

    • Orange County Projects (required)

      State the number of projects the Prime has completed in Orange County.

    • PART 3: RESPONDENT'S RESPONSE

      Responses must be prepared simply and economically, providing a straightforward, concise description of capabilities to satisfy the requirements of this RFP.  Emphasis should be on completeness and clarity of content with sufficient detail to allow for accurate evaluation and comparative analysis. Response (Part 3) shall not exceed the NO VALUEPage Limit. No Exceptions.

      Note: Responses that exceed the page limit noted above will be disqualified from further consideration. 

      Part 3 - Respondent’s Responses (counts toward the page limit): All required responses in this section count toward the page limit. Additionally, each required item must be submitted on its own page. Combining multiple items on a single page to reduce the page count is not permitted and will result in disqualification.

    • Respondent's Response (required)

      Please upload responses for each of the Scoring Criteria.

      All pages provided in this section will be counted against the Respondent's 20 page limit.

    • Proposal Bond (required)
    • Qualifications and Related Experience/Technical Expertise

      This section of the Proposal will establish the ability of Respondent company or team to satisfactorily perform the required work by reasons of experience in performing services of a similar nature, demonstrated competence in the services to be provided, strength and stability of the team, staffing capability, workload, record of meeting schedules on similar projects, and supportive client references. As part of its response to the following, Respondent should justify how the minimum qualifications/requirements specified below have been satisfied.

      1. Respondent shall provide:
        1. A brief profile of your firm, including the name, a brief history, description of your firm, types of services offered;
          1. The year founded;
          2. Form of the organization (corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship)
          3. Number of employees
          4. Size and location of offices
          5. Staff and technical capabilities and the type of services that the Respondent is qualified to perform, including any discipline where the Respondent has special expertise.
        2. Describe the Respondent’s experience in performing work of a similar nature described in Attachment A, Scope of Work of the Model Contract.
        3. Describe the Respondent’s experience providing the Services described in Attachment A, Scope of Work of the Model Contract to other governmental agencies in California.
        4. Describe at least three (3) project examples completed in Southern California in the past five (5) years, that demonstrate the Respondent’s qualifications, experience, ability to control costs and adhere to project schedules to accomplish the services noted in Attachment A, Scope of Work of the Model Contract (included in Section III, of this Request for Proposal).
          1. Include the following information for each project: project description and location, project schedule including start and completion dates, description of services provided, total cost of services provided, project progress reporting, schedules performance, key personnel utilized, and photos.
        5. Evidence to demonstrate that Respondent’s personnel and/or firms are licensed in all areas relevant to this Contract.
      1.  
    • Technical Proposal Summary Statement (required)

      This Statement will be completed by the Respondent using as much detail as possible. In addition to providing various development statistics, the Respondent is encouraged to provide a paragraph description of the design highlights. The narrative should stress those elements that exceed minimum standards required in the related RFQ and those found in this RFP.

    • Value Added Enhancement (required)

      Respondent shall describe relevant information concerning the services offered in this RFP that it considers important in evaluating its services.

        1. System design – practicality of design and systems/equipment and order of operation proposed
        2. Design and construction for maintenance and operations
          1. System layout for operational circulation and efficiency
          2. Functionality
          3. Maintenance and Operations costs
          4. Life-cycle costs for 15 or more years
        3. Security and Safety for staff and public
        4. Aesthetics, odor and noise control
        5. Site Plans – architectural, utilities, structural, mechanical, and electrical.
        6. Specifications.
        7. Adherence to Model Contract and Exhibits.
    • Schedule (required)

      Respondent shall provide a proposed design and construction critical path schedule showing proposed progress from award, including design and start of construction through completion, including significant milestones, such as site work, utilities, foundation, structure, and landscaping.

    • Proposed Staffing/Key Personnel Plan (required)

      Respondent shall use County form provided, otherwise all other pages used for this section will be counted against Respondent’s page limit.

    • Subcontractors List (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

      NOTE: If you are choosing to use no subcontractors and entirely self perform then please note such on the attached form and upload it as part of your proposal.

    • Approach/Understanding of Project (required)

      Respondent shall provide a brief narrative that addresses the services noted in the Scope of Work and demonstrates the Respondent’s understanding of County’s needs and requirements.

      1. Respondent shall:
        1. Describe the Respondent’s understanding of the County’s needs and the proposed approach for effectively providing the services specified within the Scope of Services.
        2. Provide proposed methods of approaching/completing the Project, including identification/acknowledgement of general issues and the necessary resources/solutions to accomplish the required services.
        3. Any recommended changes or additions to the scope of work that would better serve the County’s goals.
    • Proposal Organization/Completeness of Response (required)
    • Respondent's confirmation re: Key Personnel (required)

      CMARE understands that the personnel represented as assigned to the Contract must remain working on the Contract throughout the duration of the Contract unless otherwise requested or approved by the County. Substitution or addition of CMARE’s key personnel in any given category or classification shall be allowed only with written approval of the County’s Project Manager. Note: The written approval of substituted CMARE Key Personnel is for the departmental use only and shall not be used for auditing purposes outside the County of Orange.

      CMARE may reserve the right to involve other CMARE personnel, as their services are required. The specific individuals will be assigned based on the need and timing of the services/classification required. Assignment of additional key personnel shall be subject to County Project Manager written approval. Note: the written approval of additional CMARE Key Personnel is for departmental use only and shall not be used for auditing purposes outside the County of Orange. County reserves the right to have any CMARE personnel removed from providing services to County under this Contract. County is not required to provide any reason for the request for removal of any CMARE personnel.

    • Type of Request for Proposal: (required)

      Please select the type of RFP you are wanting for your solicitation.

    • Project Address(es) (required)

      Insert Project Address(es) here:

    • Liquidated Damages Amount (required)

      Please enter the Liquidated Damages amount (highlighted section below for reference)

      "In accordance with Government Code Section 53069.85, CMARE agrees to forfeit and pay to County the sum of <insert amount> per day (“Liquidated Damages”) for each calendar day that completion of all the work required by the Contract Documents is delayed beyond the Contract Time, or specified portion of work if designated in a GMP, as may be adjusted by Change Order. County may deduct such sum from any payments due to or to become due to CMARE."

    • A-E Name (required)

      What is the firm name of the Architect-Engineering firm providing bridging documents, requirements and other related supporting technical documents for this project?

    • A-E Address Part 1 (required)

      What is the street/office address of the above named A-E for this project?

      Only the street/office address should be given here, you will be asked to provide the City, State, and ZIP Code in the next question.

    • A-E Address Part 2 (required)

      For the above noted A-E Address, what are the City, State, and ZIP Code?

    • Stipend Amount (required)

      This RFP states:

      When the project award is brought to the Board of Supervisors for approval, staff will request the Board to approve a stipend in the amount of $<0> to each Respondent not awarded the Contract.

      What is the stipend amount that you wish to state? Please state only the numeric value without using a dollar sign. If there is no stipend amount, you may skip this question and it will default to $0.

      EXAMPLE (if $1,000)
      1,000.00

    • Is this a Construction project over $5 Million (required)
    • Was a Request for Qualification (RFQ) required as a 1st step for this RFP? (required)
    • Enter the Phase 1 RFQ # (required)

      Provide the full RFQ # that occurred prior to this RFP? 

      EXAMPLE:
      017-FF#-XXX

    • Description of Services (required)

      Please provide a brief description of services being requested for your solicitation.

    • Does this solicitation require any of these? (required)
    • Is there a license(s) requirement for this project.

      Please enter the license(s) requirement for this project.

    • Staffing Plan? (required)

      Do you want vendors to submit a staffing plan for this project?

    • Pre-Submittal Meeting and Site Visit (required)
    • Respondents Proposal Maximum Page Limit (required)

      Enter the maximum # of pages allowed for the respondent's proposal.

    • Will you need a pricing table section for bidders? (required)

    Key dates

    1. June 30, 2026Published
    2. July 30, 2026Responses Due

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