Guide for vendors/contractors using Bid Express for the first time

The Project is located at the Peacock Gap Park (300 Peacock Dr & 600 Biscayne Dr, APNs 186-470-90 & 186-470-81) within the City of San Rafael and is described as follows: The project consists of the construction of an accessible parking stall and accessible path through the park, removal and replacement of existing play equipment, and fencing and gate replacement. Add alternate No. 1 includes the replacement of site furnishings and add alternate No. 2 includes the removal and replacement of a water fountain. Engineer's Estimate - Base Bid: $877,000 With alternatives $941,000

The City of San Rafael seeks proposals from qualified consultants for engineering services for the Lincoln Avenue Corridor Safety Improvements Project. Services include the complete design of the Project including, but not limited to civil, electrical, traffic engineering, and state funding documentation assistance. Proposals shall be submitted by firms that have a capable and demonstrable background in the type of work described in this Request for Proposal (RFP). In addition, all interested firms shall have sufficient, readily available resources, in the form of trained personnel, support services, specialized consultants, and financial resources to carry out the work without delay or shortcomings. OPTIONAL Work Product Samples should be emailed to mariana.sanchez@cityofsanrafael.org within one working day after the RFP deadline.

The purpose of this Request for Proposals is to solicit fee proposals for qualified contractors to construct the Downtown Library Renovation Project. The City will only receive proposals/bids from PREQUALIFIED GENERAL CONTRACTORS, who participated in phase 1 (RFQ) and advanced to Phase 2 (Bid/proposal). SUBCONTRACTORS ARE NOT REQUIRED TO PREQUALIFY and can submit their bids to the GCs allowed to bid this project. The Project is an interior renovation of the existing building. The scope includes but it is not limited to project modifications to new interior walls, doors, interior glazing, ceilings and finishes, compliance with current life safety codes, installation of an interior lift, and modifications to building systems (HVAC, electrical, lighting, telecommunications audiovisual, and plumbing).

The City of San Rafael (City) hereby requests proposals for Safety Electrical Services for traffic and street lights. It is the intent of the City to hire a fully-licensed contractor. The City requires that the Contractor provide monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual maintenance on all signals, flashing beacons, and other related safety lighting as listed below. Maintenance includes emergency, routine, USA Locate & Mark services, and preventative work. Proposals shall be submitted by businesses that have a capable and demonstrable performance in the type of work described in this Request for Proposals document, including all Attachments (hereafter together referred to as the “RFP”). In addition, all interested businesses shall have sufficient, readily available resources, in the form of trained personnel, support services and financial resources to carry out the work without delay or shortcomings. The Contractor will be required to perform and complete electrical services janitorial services by providing all labor, tools, transportation, equipment, materials, and supplies necessary to complete all work. Work must be completed in a professional, thorough and timely manner, in accordance with the standards and specifications as contained in this RFP or stated by the City Representative. The term of the initial contract will be two years. At the City’s discretion, the contract can be extended twice for a period not to exceed one (1) year each time upon proper authorization by the Parties. The City will retain submitted bids for the duration of this service to build a list of available vendors should the City need to secure a new contractor. All submitted bid pricing shall be good for up to one year from the date of bid closing. Subsequent year’s rate increases are limited to a maximum of five percent (5%) per year. Interested businesses are invited to submit proposals in accordance with the requirements of this RFP summarized in Section 6. Electronic submittals must be completed using the Bid Express platform containing this solicitation. Information including the project documents and a how-to guide for first time Bid Express users can be found on the San Rafael Bid Express home page at https://www.bidexpress.com/businesses/39341/home. Please note that you will have to register for a free Bid Express account to view project solicitations and download documents, and Bid Express may charge a fee to submit you proposal.

The Project is located at the Pickleweed Park at 50 Canal St. within the City of San Rafael and is described as follows: The project will install park enhancements to the soccer fields, public park, and surrounding community center. The project proposes to add several park amenities, including a synthetic turf field, basketball/sport court, playground structure for children under five, fitness equipment for adults, shaded seating, and a gazebo. The estimated construction cost without additional alternatives is $7.7 million. The estimated construction cost with additional alternatives is $8.4 million. Please note that construction activities for this project will likely be restricted to the months of September through January due to the presence of a protected bird specie in the marsh adjacent to the project site. See the Special Conditions section in the specifications for more information.