When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 3, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 16, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $350,000 – $600,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

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Overview

Architecture, Engineering & Urban Planning

San Carlos, California, United States; East Palo Alto, California, United States; Half Moon Bay, California, United States; Portola Valley, California, United StatesPosted: October 9, 2026Deadline: November 3, 2026

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SUMMARY

The City of East Palo Alto, on behalf of itself and three other jurisdictions, is seeking a qualified architectural and engineering consulting firm to provide design services for 66 publicly accessible electric vehicle charging stations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a California licensed architect
Must be an independent firm properly licensed to practice in California
Must have no conflict of interest with regard to any work performed for the City
Must be able to provide required insurance coverage including commercial general liability, automobile liability, worker's compensation, and professional liability
Must have extensive experience as a designer

BUDGET

Estimate

$350,000 – $600,000

TIMELINE

RFP Issued: October 9th, 2026

Questions Submitted to City: October 16th, 2026

Answers to Questions Published: October 21st, 2026

Proposal Submittal Deadline: November 3rd, 2026 at 2:00pm

Contract Awarded: Tentatively December 2026/January 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 16, 2026

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Issuing Agency

City of East Palo Alto

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DESCRIPTION

The City of East Palo Alto, acting as the Lead Agency for a partnership including the City of Half Moon Bay, the City of San Carlos, and the Town of Portola Valley, is soliciting proposals for design services for a regional EV charging project. The project aims to deliver 66 publicly accessible EV charging stations, including 62 Level 2 chargers and 4 DC Fast Chargers, across 22 sites. The scope of work includes site assessment, feasibility analysis, engineering design, environmental and federal compliance, permitting support, utility coordination, property-owner outreach for curbside locations, and construction bid package preparation. Construction, operations and maintenance, and overall project management are not included in this scope. The contract will be held separately by each participating jurisdiction.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 3, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 16, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $350,000 – $600,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City of East Palo Alto. The work is located in San Carlos, California, United States; East Palo Alto, California, United States; Half Moon Bay, California, United States.

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