San Mateo Opengov #2027-38420-00056

San Mateo County seeks plan check, permit technician, and inspection services for residential and commercial projects

San Mateo County Planning and Building Department is seeking professional firms to provide independent plan check, building permit technician, and building inspection services to supplement in-house staff for residential and commercial projects in unincorporated areas. - Government Buyer: - County of San Mateo Planning and Building Department (Planning and Building Office) - Contact: Amy Tang - Services Requested: - Plan check services: Review of construction plans, calculations, and specifications for compliance with California Building Standards Code, Title 24, CALGreen, accessibility, fire codes, and other county, state, and federal regulations - Building permit technician services: Onsite and as-needed support for permit processing and customer service - Building inspection services: Onsite and virtual inspections for construction, alteration, repair, and occupancy-related work, including structural, architectural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire-protection, energy, and accessibility systems - Notable Requirements: - Inspectors must be certified by the International Code Council (ICC) and/or California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) - Specific turnaround times: Less than 10 business days for initial plan reviews, less than 5 for subsequent reviews - Rapid response for inspections: Next business day or within 48 hours, depending on service type - Emphasis on local business preferences - Firms must demonstrate relevant certifications and experience - No specific OEMs or product vendors are mentioned, as this is a professional services solicitation - Contract term is five years, as-needed basis

Description

The County of San Mateo is seeking professional firms to provide independent plan check, building permit technician, and building inspector services on an as-needed basis for the Planning and Building Department. The services include onsite permit technician services, plan review, and building inspections for residential and commercial projects. The goal is to minimize response time and improve customer service by supplementing in-house staff with consulting services. The project covers unincorporated areas of San Mateo County and proposals are due by October 7, 2026.

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