About this opportunity
AI summarySan Bernardino County Land Use Services Department requires a qualified professional consulting firm to assist in advancing a development code amendment regulating data centers and supporting infrastructure. The selected consultant will evaluate data center operations and impacts, assess siting and infrastructure requirements, analyze community and environmental compatibility, and conduct stakeholder engagement to create a comprehensive regulatory framework for unincorporated areas. Only onshore US organizations are eligible to bid. Proposers must attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting on November 17, 2026, and submit all questions by November 24, 2026. Proposals may be submitted digitally via email or online, and physical cost proposals must be sealed separately using Attachment E. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness to stipulated requirements and qualifications and experience. The resulting contract term will be two years, and work will be performed offsite.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- San Bernardino County Land Use Services
- Solicitation No.
- LUSD27-LUS-6587
Scope of work
- Advance development code amendment to introduce data centers and regulatory standards
- Evaluate land use and zoning regulations for data center development and operation
- Evaluate supporting infrastructure including on-site energy generation, BESS, and wastewater treatment
- Assess siting, infrastructure, environmental, community compatibility, and economic considerations
- Review industry and regulatory best practices
- Conduct stakeholder and community engagement
- Develop a comprehensive regulatory framework
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Qualifications and Experience | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Must be registered with the California Secretary of State (providing assigned entity number) if required by law
- Must hold required licenses, permits, and/or certifications
- Must provide three references from other entities, preferably public agencies of same or similar size
Documents to include with your response
- Attachment A – Cover Page
- Attachment B – Statement of Certification
- Statement of Experience and Qualifications
- Attachment C – Licenses, Permits, and/or Certifications
- Attachment D – Certification Regarding Debarment or Suspension
- Attachment E – Cost Submitted Separately (Fee Proposal Sheet)
- Attachment F – References
- Attachment G – Employment of Former County Officials
- Attachment H – Exceptions to RFP
- Attachment J – Indemnification and Insurance Requirements Affidavit
Key dates
- Release of RFP
- Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 8:00 AM (PST)
- Mandatory Proposal Conference
- Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM (PST)
- Deadline for Submission of Questions
- Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM (PST)
- Deadline for Proposals
- Tuesday, December 15, 2026, at 4:00 PM (PST)
- Presentation/Demonstration
- Week of December 15, 2026
- Date for Tentative Contract Award
- March 2027
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via the County Electronic Procurement Network (ePro)
- Instructions
- Must be registered in ePro prior to submission. Attachment E Fee Proposal Sheet(s) must be uploaded as a separate clearly labeled attachment, not included in main proposal package. Formatted for 8-1/2 x 11 paper with minimum 3/4 inch margins, single-spaced, font size no smaller than 11 points, pages numbered consecutively.
Contract details
- Term
- Maximum of 2 years beginning on April 1, 2027 and ending on March 31, 2029
- Place of performance
- Proposer's designated office location with in-person meetings at San Bernardino Government Center, 385 North Arrowhead Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92415, as needed
- Insurance and bonding
- Workers Compensation statutory limits; Commercial General Liability of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence; Automobile Liability $1,000,000 combined single limit ($2,000,000 for vehicles transporting hazardous materials); Umbrella Liability; Professional Liability/Errors and Omissions not less than $1,000,000 per claim and $2,000,000 aggregate; Directors and Officers $1,000,000 if applicable. County named as additional insured.