Project Information

Bid Title

WALDEN WEST MATERIALS TESTING AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS

Issuing Agency

Santa Clara County Office of Education

Location

California

Published Date

May 15, 2026

Closing Date

May 21, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

RFP 11_25_26

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Project Description

Bid Identifier: RFP 11_25_26
WALDEN WEST MATERIALS TESTING AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
Additional Resources: RFP 11_25_26 - Attachment A RFP 11_25_26 - Attachment B RFP 11_25_26 - Attachment C RFP 11_25_26 - Attachment D RFP 11_25_26 - Attachment E RFP 11_25_26 - Attachment F RFP 11_25_26 - Attachment G RFP 11_25_26 - Addendum 01
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
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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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Page 2

Pages 3-4

Page 5

Page 6

Pages 6-7

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Pages 8-9

Pages 9-11

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Pages 12-13

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Pages 13-14

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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

No-Student-Contact-PSA-with-W9

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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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541330Engineering Services
• NAICS 541380Testing Laboratories

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