City of West Covina Geotechnical Services for Altamira Drive Hillside Evaluation
- Client
- City of West Covina
- Solicitation No.
- 2027-04
- Posted
- 10/24/2026
- Category
- Professional, Consulting, Administrative or Management Support Services
- Budget
- Looking for Proposals
- NAICS
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- Set-aside
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- Contact
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Description
AI GeneratedThe City of West Covina seeks proposals from qualified vendors to provide geotechnical services for the Altamira Drive Hillside Evaluation. The selected consultant must perform a preliminary geotechnical and geological evaluation of the subject slope. The scope includes reviewing historical, geological, topographic, grading, building, and technical records, conducting site reconnaissance, and performing visual observations of affected properties and residences, subject to access permissions, to identify potential factors contributing to reported property damage. Only USA onshore organizations are eligible to bid. Questions must be posted on the City's Planet Bids portal by October 29, 2026. Proposals covering the entire outlined scope must be submitted online via the PlanetBids portal no later than 2:00 PM on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. Submissions by fax or email will be rejected. Proposals must include required attachments, including a statement of non-collusion, subcontractor acknowledgement, Sam.gov debarment verification, fee schedule, certificate of insurance, and a W-9 form.
Key solicitation details
AI-extracted from 20261021172336585 ALTAMIRA HILLSIDE EVALUATION RFP.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.
The City of West Covina is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide geotechnical services for the Altamira Drive hillside evaluation. The selected consultant will perform a preliminary geotechnical and geological evaluation, including historical document review, site reconnaissance, and visual observations of affected properties. Proposals are open to qualified vendors submitting complete electronic responses via PlanetBids.
- Issued by
- City of West Covina
- RFP release
- Wednesday, October 21, 2026
- Questions due
- Thursday, October 29, 2026
- Responses to questions posted
- Friday, October 30, 2026
- Proposals due
- No later than 2:00PM on Wednesday, November 4, 2026
- Selection of proposer (tentative date)
- Tuesday, November 17, 2026
- How to submit
- Electronic via the City of West Covina PlanetBids portal
- Submission details
- Submitted online only at https://www.westcovina.org/departments/finance/finance/bids-rfps. Must be for the entire scope of services outlined in the RFP.
- Contract term
- Initial term of three (3) months, with the option to extend for up to one (3) additional months upon mutual written agreement.
- Place of performance
- Altamira Drive subject slope bounded by Altamira Drive and Woodgate Drive, West Covina, CA
- Insurance and bonding
- General liability insurance of at least $2,000,000; Automobile liability insurance; Workers compensation insurance as required by California law with employer liability of no less than $1,000,000; Professional liability insurance of at least $2,000,000.
How proposals are evaluated
| Completeness and clarity of the proposal, including adherence to the required RFP format | 15 |
| Experience and qualifications of key staff | 25 |
| Similar project experience | 20 |
| Methodology, project approach, and ability to complete work within the required time duration | 25 |
| Cost of services/Fee schedule, ensuring reasonable rates for required time duration | 15 |
| Oral presentation/interview (if invited) | 20 |
Scope of work
- Review available geological, geotechnical, topographic, grading, building, and historical records relevant to the subject slope and surrounding properties
- Review available aerial photographs, historical imagery, and pertinent documentation
- Perform site reconnaissance and visual observations of affected properties and residences to establish slope conditions
- Document observations with photographs, field observations, and descriptions of damage
- Identify preliminary geotechnical and geological concerns, including slope instability or settlement
- Evaluate information obtained through document review and site reconnaissance to determine if additional investigation is warranted
- Develop recommended scope of work, investigation plan, schedule, and cost estimate for subsequent phases
- Prepare and submit a preliminary evaluation report summarizing findings and recommendations
Minimum qualifications
- Have the administrative and fiscal capability to provide and manage the proposed services
- Secure and maintain in force required licenses and permits as required by law
- Must not be debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded from participation on SAM.gov
Documents to include with the bid
- Cover Letter
- Project Summary Section
- Methodology Section
- Excluded or Subcontracted Services details
- List of Similar Services Completed within the past three (3) years
- List of at least three (3) references
- Attachment A: Statement of Non-Collusion by Contractor
- Attachment B: Subcontractor Campaign Contribution Acknowledgement Form
- Attachment C: Sam.gov Verification – Debarment & Suspension Verification printout
- Attachment D: Fee Schedule
Verify important details
Document checkConfirm submission instructions and amendments with the issuing agency before responding.
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