Request for Proposals (RFP)
Design Engineering Services for Niland Sidewalk
Improvements; County Project No.7363
Requested by:
David Dale, PE, PLS
Director of Public Works
Prepared By:
Jessica Carrillo, Administrative Analyst I
Deadline for Submissions: July 30, 2026, 3:00 PM
Imperial County
Department of Public Works
155 S. 11th Street
El Centro, CA 92243
RFP Issued on July 15, 2026
PROPOSALS MUST BE SUBMITTED ON THE SPECIFIED DATE AND TIME. THE COUNTY WILL NOT CONSIDER
PROPOSALS RECEIVED AFTER THE DUE DATE. AN AMENDMENT IS CONSIDERED A NEW PROPOSAL AND WILL
NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE SPECIFIED DATE AND TIME.
Table of Contents
I. PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND .........................................1
II. PROJECT POSTING AND SCHEDULING ...................................2
III. SCOPE OF WORK .................................................2
IV. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COUNTY ...................................5
V. PROPOSAL CONTENT AND INFORMATION ...............................5
General Requirements...........................................6
Table of Contents ..............................................6
Summary of Qualifications and Experience ............................6
Analysis of Effort/Methodology .........................................7
Cost and Fees .................................................7
Insurance Requirements .........................................7
VI. EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS ........................................8
VII. QUESTIONS AND PROPOSAL SUBMISSION ...............................8
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Notification of Contractor Registration Requirements (where required)
Pursuant to the requirements of California Labor Code section 1771.1, all contractors and
subcontractors that wish to engage in public work through a public works contract must be
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Registration
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Determinations
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Request for Proposal (RFP) for Design Engineering Services for Niland Sidewalk
Improvements; County Project No. 7363
July 15, 2026
I. PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND
The community of Niland contains significant gaps in the existing pedestrian network that limit
pedestrian accessibility, connectivity, and safety. Existing gravel and unpaved areas, missing sidewalks,
and deteriorated pedestrian facilities create barriers for residents traveling to schools, transit stops,
employment centers, and other community destinations. The proposed project will improve pedestrian
mobility and accessibility through the construction of sidewalks, curb and gutter, driveways, cross
gutters, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-compliant curb ramps, in-fill pavement, and high-
visibility continental crosswalks.
The Department of Public Works (DPW) has prepared the Niland Sidewalk Improvements, County
Project No. 7363, to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility within the community of Niland. The
project is located approximately four (4) miles north of the City of Calipatria and approximately 4.5 miles
east of the Salton Sea. The project corridor is directly east adjacent to State Route 111. Proposed
improvements include the construction of sidewalks, curb and gutter, driveways, ADA-compliant curb
ramps, cross gutters, in-fill pavement, and high-visibility continental crosswalks along First Street (south
side) from State Route 111 to International Avenue, Isis Avenue (west side) from First Street to Main
Street, Isis Avenue from Third Street to Fourth Street, Third Street (north side) from State Route 111 to
International Avenue, and Fourth Street (north side) from State Route 111 to Isis Avenue.
The proposed project will construct approximately 3,700 linear feet (0.70 miles) of new sidewalks
where none currently exist and install thirteen (13) high-visibility continental crosswalks at five (5)
intersections, including ten (10) new crosswalks and replacement of three (3) existing degraded
crosswalks. The proposed improvements are consistent with the goals of the Imperial County Active
Transportation Plan (2019), Imperial County Pedestrian Management Plan, and Imperial County Safe
Routes to School Regional Master Plan, which identify the need to improve pedestrian conditions for
people of all ages and abilities. The project will improve access to schools, transit stops, employment
centers, and other community destinations by closing significant pedestrian facility gaps and enhancing
pedestrian connectivity throughout the community of Niland.
Funding for construction activities will be provided through the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality
(CMAQ) Improvement Program, with local County funds providing the required local funding match.
The estimated construction cost for the project is $1,478,626.
The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to obtain professional design services ensuring that
the project is designed and completed in full compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal
regulations, including those associated with CMAQ funding. An important objective is to maintain a high
standard of engineering quality through documentation and cost-effective project delivery.
Qualified entities are invited to submit written proposals for project consideration in accordance with
this request. These services will be conducted under a contract with the County of Imperial, hereinafter
referred to as the "County," and the consultant entity, hereinafter referred to as the "Consultant." The
Posted to PlanetBids Webpage July 15, 2026 Proposals Due July 30, 2026 by 3:00 P.M.
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