Opportunity
California eProcure #05A3042
Caltrans Seeks Independent Cost Estimator and Construction Scheduler Services for Route 46 CMGC Project
Posted
August 14, 2026
Respond By
September 16, 2026
Identifier
05A3042
NAICS
541330, 237310, 237990
Caltrans is seeking qualified firms to provide Architectural and Engineering (A&E) services, specifically Independent Cost Estimator (ICE) and Construction Scheduler support for the Route 46 Corridor Improvements CMGC project. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), District 5, Division of Project Management - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; this is a professional services procurement - Products/Services Requested: - Independent Cost Estimator (ICE) Services - Preparation of detailed, independent cost estimates for CMGC roadway construction projects - Cost reconciliation and bid validation - Construction Scheduler Services - Development and management of construction schedules (including CPM, bar charts, and logic network schedules) - Schedule support for CMGC project delivery and cost estimating - Consultant Contract Manager - Oversee contract operations, ensure compliance, and coordinate with Caltrans - Consultant Task Order Manager - Manage multi-disciplinary resources for individual task orders - General A&E services including environmental, construction management, project management, permitting, and public outreach - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Consultant Contract Manager must have at least five years of experience leading A&E teams on similar contracts and at least ten years delivering relevant ICE and Construction Scheduler services - Strict compliance with updated Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program rules; DBE participation goal has been removed, but reporting is required - All SOQs must disclose use or non-use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), with risk assessment and reporting provisions - Adherence to California labor laws and prevailing wage requirements - Pre-award or post-award audit may be performed - In-person interviews for shortlisted firms will be held in Fresno, CA - No set-aside for DBE participation - Estimated contract value: $501,360 to $814,710 over three years
Description
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified firms for Architectural and Engineering (A&E) Independent Cost Estimator (ICE) and Construction Scheduler services to support CMGC Project Development and Construction Services. The contract term is estimated to be three years with an estimated value between $501,360 and $814,710. The solicitation includes requirements for consultant contract manager experience and compliance with the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Interviews will be held in person, and negotiations will follow with the top-ranked firm.