Plan Check and Building Permit Services

The County of San Mateo is soliciting qualified professional firms to provide on‑demand plan‑check, building‑permit technician, and building‑inspection services for residential, multifamily, mixed‑use, commercial and industrial projects within its unincorporated areas. The contractor will review construction plans for code compliance, issue timely comments, and conduct onsite or virtual inspections using ICC‑certified staff. Services are to be performed under strict turnaround times (initial review ≤10 business days, subsequent ≤5 days) and must align with California Building Standards Code, Title 24, CALGreen, accessibility, and local ordinances. The agreement is a five‑year indefinite‑quantity contract with a competitive best‑value award process. • Scope includes plan review, comment coordination, and full‑cycle building inspections (structural, MEP, fire, energy, accessibility). • Turnaround targets: initial review ≤10 business days; expedited ≤5 days; inspection response ≤1‑2 business days. • Required staff certifications: ICC, CSFM, Certified Access Specialist as needed. • Contract term: 5 years, with annual or as‑needed task orders. • Submission deadline: 5 PM, October 6 2026 via eProcurement portal; questions deadline not specified. • Award anticipated January 1 2027; no pre‑bid meeting or site visit required.