WALDEN WEST MATERIALS TESTING AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
| Location: | California |
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| Posted: | May 15, 2026 |
| Due: | May 21, 2026 |
| Agency: | Santa Clara County Office of Education |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Solicitation No: | RFP 11_25_26 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
| Bid Identifier: RFP 11_25_26 | |
| WALDEN WEST MATERIALS TESTING AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS | |
| Additional Resources: | |
| Awarded Vendor: | |
| Awarded Date: | |
| Awarding Agency: | Purchasing Services |
| Agency Contact: | Josephine Dy-Liacco |
| Phone (Agency): | 4084536854 |
| Piggybackable? | Contact Vendor |
| Issuance Date: | 05/06/2026 |
| Due Date/Time: | 05/21/2026 |
| Bid Status: | Open |
| Note: | |
Attachment Preview
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
RFP 11_25_26
MATERIALS TESTING AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS (MTSI)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents
Schedule of Events
Notice to Bidders
Section 1 – Introduction
Section 2 – Scope of Services
Section 3 – Pricing Format and Evaluation Basis
Section 4 – Evaluation Criteria
Section 5 – Pricing and Scope Clarifications
Section 6 – Proposal Submittal Requirements
Section 7 – General Conditions
Section 8 – Confidential Matters
Section 9 – Indemnification
Section 10 – Insurance
Section 11 – Cancellation of Award/Termination
Section 12 – Legal Requirements
Section 13 – Contractors
Section 14 – Award
Attachment A
Attachment B
Attachment C
Attachment D
Attachment E
Attachment F
Attachment G
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Pages 3-4
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Pages 6-7
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Pages 8-9
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Fee & Rate Proposal Form
Non-Collusion Declaration
Certificate of Non-Discrimination by Seller
Workers’ Compensation Certification
Bidding Questionnaire
Drug-Free Workplace Certification
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NOTE: The Table of Contents shall be included as part of the bid, and Attachments A to G shall be
incorporated into the RFP packet.
Josephine Dy-Liacco
Manager, Purchasing Services
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
RFP 11_25_26
MATERIALS TESTING AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS (MTSI)
RFP Issuance
Publication Date
Due Date for All Written Questions and Inquiries
Addendum Issued
Sealed RFP Due to the SCCOE
RFP Evaluation (Internal)
Interviews (if needed)
Award Notification (Purchasing)
PO Issuance
Fully Executed Contract
May 6, 2026
May 6, 2026
May 8, 2026
May 12, 2026
May 19, 2026
May 20, 2026
May 21-24, 2026
May 27, 2026
June 30, 2026
TBA
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SANTA CLARA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION
1290 Ridder Park Drive, San Jose CA 95131-2304
NOTICE TO BIDDERS – REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
RFP 11_25_26 - MATERIALS TESTING AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS (MTSI)
Notice: Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of the Santa Clara County Office of
Education (hereinafter referred to as SCCOE), is requesting bids from interested contractors for
the following project:
RFP 11_25_26 - MATERIALS TESTING AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS (MTSI)
No offer of intent should be construed from this legal notice that the SCCOE intends to enter a
contract with the interested company.
Written bids must be sealed and filed with the SCCOE at 1290 Ridder Park Drive, San Jose CA
95131 no later than 3:00pm Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Sealed bids must be addressed to
Josephine Dy-Liacco, Manager, Purchasing Services. Any bid received after the bid deadline
shall be returned to the bidder unopened. All bids will be available for public review after the
bid tabulations are completed and recommendation for contract award is submitted. It shall be
the full responsibility of all bidders to ensure that bids are delivered to the above office by the
time and date stated. Facsimile (FAX) or electronic copies of the proposal will not be accepted.
The SCCOE will not be responsible for late deliveries by U.S. mail or any other means.
Please note that there will be no formal public opening of the proposals. All submissions will be
evaluated based on pricing, compliance with specifications, and other relevant criteria, and may
result in single or multiple awards.
Proposals that are incomplete or noncompliant with the requirements outlined in the RFP
package are subject to rejection. All bidders are responsible for reviewing and adhering to the
full instructions provided in the proposal documentation.
The Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) reserves the right to accept or reject all
proposals, and to waive any irregularities or informalities in the RFP or the proposal process. No
proposal, in whole or in part, may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) calendar days
following the RFP submission deadline.
Contact Information:
General Information
Josephine Dy-Liacco
Manager, Purchasing Services
Ph.: 408-453-6858
jdy-liacco@sccoe.org
Technical Questions
Ted Pierce
Manager, Facilities &
Construction
Ph.: 408-453-6684
tpierce@sccoe.org
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All inquiries regarding this RFP must be submitted in writing, no later than 3:00PM Friday, May
8, 2026, to Josephine Dy-Liacco at jdy-liacco@sccoe.org and Ted Pierce at tpierce@sccoe.org.
Responses to questions will be shared with all known prospective respondents to ensure equal
access to information via an addendum to be published on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Any
addenda or updates will be posted on the SCCOE website at
https://www.sccoe.org/depts/bizserv/purchasing/Pages/Bids-Posting-System.aspx.
It is the responsibility of all prospective respondents to monitor the website regularly for any
amendments or addenda.
The Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) reserves the right to amend the RFP as
necessary.
A copy of the RFP 11_25_26 and supporting documents will be available online Wednesday,
May 6, 2026 at https://www.sccoe.org/depts/bizserv/purchasing/Pages/Bids-Posting-
System.aspx.
County Superintendent of Schools
Santa Clara County Office of Education
By: Josephine Dy-Liacco
Manager, Purchasing Services
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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION
The Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) provides leadership, services, and support to school
districts, educators, students, and the community throughout Santa Clara County, California. As a Class II
intermediate unit serving 32 K–12 districts and four community college districts, SCCOE partners with
local districts to enhance educational programs, ensure compliance with state and federal requirements,
and promote equitable access to high-quality learning opportunities.
Through innovative initiatives and specialized programs, the SCCOE supports students with diverse
needs, including those in special education, early learning, alternative education, migrant education, and
career technical education. The Office also offers direct instructional programs and a broad range of
support services in instruction, business, and personnel, enhancing districts’ capacity to deliver quality
education and aligning with California Department of Education requirements.
The SCCOE is organized into six major units: Business, Facilities & Operations, Educational Services,
Executive Services, Instruction, Leadership and Innovation, Human Resources and Technology and Data
Services, all working collaboratively to support districts, educators, and students across the county.
1.1 PROJECT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide
Materials Testing and Special Inspection (MTSI) services for the Walden West Science School
Modernization Project.
The selected firm will perform materials testing and special inspection services in accordance with the
California Building Code (CBC) Chapter 17, approved construction documents, applicable Authority
Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements, and SCCOE standards.
1.2 PROJECT OVERVIEW
The project includes modernization and improvement of existing facilities and associated site work.
Anticipated construction activities include, but are not limited to:
• Earthwork and grading
• Foundations and reinforced concrete
• Site concrete and flatwork
• Structural steel and miscellaneous metals
• Drilled piers
• Post-installed anchors
Construction will occur in phases. Inspection and testing activities will be coordinated with the
Contractor, Project Inspector, Architect, and SCCOE.
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