About this opportunity
AI summaryContra Costa County seeks on-call Inspector of Record services for remodels, renovations, repairs, tenant improvements, new construction, and other assignments requiring HCAI or DSA IOR expertise. Work includes interior modifications, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural inspections across county facilities, with performance designated offsite. Only onshore USA organizations may bid. Proposers must submit all questions by November 18, 2026, and deliver proposals no later than 3:00 p.m. PDT on December 4, 2026. Submissions require a bookmarked single PDF for the Statement of Qualifications and a separate upload for the fee schedule.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Contra Costa County
- Solicitation No.
- 0000000048
Scope of work
- Field inspections and reporting within 24 hours of inspection to AHJ and Agency
- Field inspections of work in progress to ensure compliance with contract plans and specifications
- Field inspections of work in progress to ensure compliance with California Building, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes
- Field inspections to ensure compliance with CBC Chapter 11B and ADA/ANSI accessibility requirements
- Observation and certification of firestop installations
- Proof of certification of ICC and A.S.T.M.
- Preparation and submission of HCAI or DSA required reports as Inspector of Record
- Coordination of inspections with outside agencies, special inspection companies, and testing companies
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| TAB 1 | 15 Points |
Minimum qualifications
- Possess all certificates, licenses, registrations, and permits required by the State of California and Contra Costa County
- Valid California Professional licenses for key personnel designated to sign or stamp project deliverables
- Valid inspection certifications from HCAI and/or DSA for key personnel
- Assigned staff knowledgeable with California Building Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code, Plumbing Code, and Chapter 11B accessibility
Documents to include with your response
- One-page cover letter on official letterhead
- Technical narrative (maximum 15 pages)
- Organizational chart and detailed staffing matrix
- Professional resumes for assigned personnel
- Exhibit A: Statement of Qualifications form (Sections A through N)
- Exhibit B: Customer References and minimum of three formal reference letters
- Exhibit C: Anti-Collusion Statement
- Exhibit D: Contra Costa County Business Opportunity Registration Form
- Attachment A: Addenda Acknowledgement
- Package B: Rate Sheet / Fee Schedule
Key dates
- Release Date
- 11/3/2026
- Last date to submit written questions
- 11/18/2026, no later than 3:00 p.m. PDT
- RFQ due date
- 12/4/2026, no later than 3:00 p.m. PDT
- Interviews (if held)
- 12/17/2026
- Anticipated Board of Supervisors for contract award
- 1/19/2027
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via BidNet Direct
- Instructions
- Upload submittals in two separate files: Package A (Statement of Qualifications single PDF with bookmarks, minimum 12-point font, 15-page narrative max, no costs) and Package B (Fee Schedule / Cost Proposal).
Contract details
- Term
- Established through final negotiations and will remain in effect through the completion of assigned projects
- Estimated value
- Maximum not-to-exceed amount of Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000) per contract
- Place of performance
- Contra Costa County, California
- Insurance and bonding
- Commercial General Liability Insurance (additional insured endorsement required) and Workers' Compensation insurance.
- Funding
- Code of Federal Regulations, Title 2, Part 200, Subpart F