On-Call Geotechnical and Material Testing Services

Location:	California
Posted:	Apr 9, 2026
Due:	Apr 29, 2026
Agency:	Aliso Viejo city
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	C - Architect and Engineering Services - Construction H - Quality Control, Testing, and Inspection Services
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CITY OF ALISO VIEJO

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

FOR:

On-Call Geotechnical and Materials Testing Services

Public Works Department

12 Journey, Suite 100

Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

Issued

April 2026

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CITY OF ALISO VIEJO

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

The City of Aliso Viejo (“City”) is requesting proposals (“Proposals”) from qualified

consultants (“Respondents”) for:

On-Call Geotechnical and Material Testing Services

The purpose of the Proposal is to demonstrate the qualifications, competence and

capacity of Respondent to perform the work or provide the services described in this Request

for Proposals (“RFP”). The Proposal should demonstrate the qualifications of the Respondent

and of the particular staff to be assigned to this project.

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 About the City

The City of Aliso Viejo was incorporated July 1, 2001, as a general law city

which, operates under the council/manager form of government. The City encompasses

approximately seven (7) square miles; serves an approximate population of 50,000 people and

is located in southern Orange County.

The City provides municipal services primarily through contracts for police and

fire services, public works, engineering, building, code enforcement, recreation, and legal

services. The City’s fiscal year begins on July 1 and ends on June 30.

The Aliso Viejo Public Facilities Corporation was established in July 2006 for the

purpose of providing lease financing to the City for the acquisition of an existing office building

to serve as the City Hall facility.

1.2 Project Description

The City is looking for a consultant capable of performing geotechnical or materials

testing services to ensure construction complies with the contract documents. The Public

Works Department has several street pavement and slurry seal projects scheduled in upcoming

fiscal years.

1.3 City Contact for this RFP

The principal contact for the City regarding this RFP will be:

Quang Le

Associate Engineer

12 Journey, Suite 100

Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

949-425-2531

qle@avcity.org

CONTACT WITH CITY PERSONNEL OTHER THAN THE ABOVE REGARDING

THIS RFP MAY BE GROUNDS FOR ELIMINATION FROM THE SELECTION

PROCESS.

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1.4 Pre-Proposal Meeting

A pre-proposal meeting will not be held for this project.

1.5 No Deviations from the RFP

In submitting a Proposal, Respondent is certifying that it takes no exceptions to

this RFP including, but not limited to the Agreement attached hereto as Attachment “3.”

Respondent is directed to carefully review the proposed Agreement and, in particular, the

insurance and indemnification provisions therein.

2. PROPOSAL SCHEDULE

The estimated schedule for this RFP is as follows:

1. RFP Release

2. Preproposal Requests for Clarification Due

3. Due Date for Proposals (by 5:00 p.m.)

4. Pre-Proposal Meeting

5. Anticipated Final Selection

6. Project Start

4/9/26

4/22/26

4/29/26

N/A

6/3/26

7/1/26

3. SCOPE OF REQUIRED SERVICES

3.1 Scope of Work

A detailed Scope of Work is attached hereto as Attachment "1". The Respondent

will be expected to fulfill, at a minimum, the services and technical requirements described in

the attached Scope of Work. Upon final selection, the Scope of Work may be modified and

refined during negotiations with the City.

3.2 Prevailing Wage; Public Works Contractor Registration

Certain labor categories under this project may be subject to prevailing wages as

identified in the State of California Labor Code commencing at sections 1720 et seq. and 1770

et seq. If applicable, employees working in these categories at the site must be paid not less

than the basic hourly rates of pay and fringe benefits established by the California Department

of Industrial Relations (“DIR”). Copies of the State of California wage schedules are available for

review at www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/. In addition, a copy of the prevailing rate of per diem wages will

be made available at the City upon request. The successful Respondent shall post a copy of

the prevailing wage rates at each job site. It shall be mandatory upon the successful

Respondent, and upon any subcontractors, to comply with all Labor Code provisions, which

include but are not limited to the payment of not less than the said specified prevailing wage

rates to all workers employed by them in the execution of the Agreement, employment of

apprentices, hours of labor and debarment of contractors and subcontractors. The contract

awarded pursuant to this RFP may also be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement

by the DIR.

If the scope of services to be provided are subject to prevailing wages as defined

by Labor Code Section 1720, et seq. and 1770, et seq., then pursuant to Labor Code sections

1725.5 and 1771.1, all contractors and subcontractors that wish to bid on, be listed in a bid

proposal, or enter into a contract to perform public work must be registered with the Department

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of Industrial Relations. No proposal will be accepted nor any contract entered into without proof

of the contractor's and subcontractors' current registration with the Department of Industrial

Relations to perform public work. If awarded a contract, the successful Respondent and its

subcontractors, of any tier, shall maintain active registration with the Department of Industrial

Relations for the duration of the project. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the contractor

registration requirements mandated by Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1 shall not apply

to work performed on a public works project that is exempt pursuant to the small project

exemption specified in Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1.

4. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Proposal Content

Respondent's Proposal shall be clear, accurate, and comprehensive. Excessive

or irrelevant materials will not be favorably received. The content and sequence of the

information contained in each copy of the Proposal shall be as follows:

4.1.1 Table of Contents

number.

Include a clear identification of the material by section and by page

4.1.2 Summary Sheet

Include a fully-completed copy of the Summary Sheet included with this

RFP (Attachment 2, “Required Forms”).

4.1.3 Cover Letter

Identify Respondent's legal name and contact information. Summarize

key elements of the Proposal. The letter must stipulate that the cost proposal will remain valid

for a period of at least 180 days. The letter shall be signed by an individual or individuals

authorized to execute legal documents on behalf of the Respondent.

4.1.4 Personnel.

Identify the names and specific qualifications, experience, and

appropriate licenses held, if applicable, of the primary staff to be assigned to the project.

Include a resume for all primary staff. Identify any subconsultants which Respondent proposes

to use for any portion of the services.

Respondent shall also identify a Management Contact (Representative

authorized to sign an agreement for your firm) and a Project Manager (person responsible for

day-to-day management of the project). The successful Respondent may only change the

Management Contact, Project Manager, and other supporting staff and specialists with prior

written permission of the City.

4.1.5 Project Approach

Provide a conceptual plan for services to the City that you believe are

appropriate for the City. Indicate features, skills and/or services which distinguish your firm and

make it the better choice for the City. Indicate how the resources of your firm (e.g., number and

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type of personnel allocated by hours) will be allocated for this project. Submit a project schedule

if applicable.

4.1.6 Scope of Work

Provide a detailed scope of services which reflects the Scope of Services

described in this RFP. Proposals must address all items set forth in Section 3 "Scope of Work."

Additional information which, in your opinion, should be included must be clearly identified.

4.1.7 Experience

(a) List of representative projects undertaken by Respondent in the

last 5 years demonstrating experience in each category of the project. Identify the names of

organizations, and names and telephone numbers of persons who can be contacted with regard

to the services you have provided.

(b) Identify all previous and current contracts with the City. Include a

contact name, description of services, and dates of services performed.

were terminated in the last three years. Show names of organizations and names and telephone

numbers of persons who can be contacted. Firms may provide a brief explanation of the

reason(s) for termination(s).

4.1.8 Additional Forms

The following forms are included in Attachment “2” Required Forms:

(a) Respondent must submit the attached “Acknowledgment of

Insurance Requirements” form acknowledging that it has reviewed the insurance requirements

and will provide such insurance. The applicable insurance requirements are set forth in the

standard agreement form, attached hereto as Attachment “3”.

(b) Respondent must submit a Declaration of Political Contributions,

signed under penalty of perjury, regarding disclosure of political contributions to City officials.

Policy.

(d) If applicable, Respondent shall submit the Public Works

Contractor Registration Certification.

4.1.9 Cost Proposal

Include a detailed rate sheet inclusive of all hourly rates, anticipated travel, and

other incidental costs and charges. The rate shall be submitted in a separate, sealed envelope,

which shall be marked "Cost Proposal” and state Respondents name. If requested, the

successful Respondent may be required to submit an electronic copy of the cost proposal in MS

Word, Excel or other format acceptable to the City. Cost proposal form is attached hereto as

Attachment 4.

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Bid Title:	On-Call Geotechnical and Material Testing Services
Category:	Bids
Status:	Open

On-Call Geotechnical and Material Testing Services

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