Alameda County Alamedagsa #IRFP #PLN 2026-001

Comprehensive Historic Resources Survey for Castro Valley, Alameda County

Alameda County is seeking a qualified contractor to conduct a comprehensive Historic Resources Survey in Castro Valley. - Government Buyer: - Alameda County Community Development Agency, Planning Department (also referenced as General Services Agency, Planning Department) - Scope of Work: - Preparation of a Historic Context Statement using previous surveys and evaluations - Reconnaissance-Level Survey targeting approximately 13,000 properties 45 years or older, prioritizing the oldest structures - Intensive Survey with detailed documentation (California Department of Recreation 523 forms) for up to 25 significant properties - Preparation of a Summary Report of findings - Stakeholder engagement, including technical support and attendance at up to four public meetings - Optional tasks: volunteer training, development of participation guidelines, and hosting a community workshop - Key Requirements: - Demonstrated expertise in historic resource surveys, architectural history, historic preservation planning, or related cultural resource management - Collaboration with County staff and the Parks, Recreation, and Historical Commission (PRHC) - Compliance with accessibility standards for public engagement - Preference for in-person participation in interviews and meetings, with virtual options allowed - Budget and Duration: - Maximum contract value of $80,000 over two years, with possible extension - Initial $40,000 available, additional $40,000 pending Board approval - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; several consulting firms attended the bidders conference, including Architectural Resources Group, Page & Turnbull, Archaeological/Historical Consultants, Environmental Science Associates (ESA), and Connor Turnbull Preservation Consulting - Place of Performance: - Castro Valley, Alameda County, California - Alameda County Community Development Agency Planning Department, 224 W. Winton Avenue, Room 111, Hayward, CA 94544

Description

Alameda County is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive Historic Resources Survey in Castro Valley. The project includes preparing a Historic Context Statement, conducting a Reconnaissance-Level Survey targeting properties 45 years or older, and an Intensive Survey with detailed documentation for up to 25 significant properties. The goal is to update the county's list of historical resources and identify new or previously undocumented sites. The contract is expected to last two years with a maximum value of $80,000, and the deadline for proposal submission is April 6, 2026.

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