Description
California State University, Fresno is issuing a two‑step solicitation to pre‑qualify general contractors for a Task Order‑Construction Agreement (TO‑CA) Master Enabling Agreement. The master agreement will cover a portfolio of campus construction projects (design‑build, collaborative design‑build, or construction‑manager‑at‑risk) with a total maximum budget of $7.2 million and no single project exceeding $2 million. Qualified firms must hold a California Class B contractor license, possess a pre‑qualification rating of at least $8 million, be registered with the California DIR for public‑works, and allocate 3 % of subcontract value to Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises. The solicitation timeline moves from advertisement (15 Oct 2026) to SOQ submission (24 Nov 2026), shortlist (08 Dec 2026), RFP issuance (10 Dec 2026), and award announcement (02 Feb 2027).
• Scope: Design‑build, collaborative DB, or CM‑AR services for multiple campus projects (max $2 M each, total $7.2 M).
• Eligibility: CA Class B license, $8 M pre‑qualification rating, DIR registration, 3 % DVBE participation, Skilled/Trained Workforce Agreement.
• Timeline: Advertised 15 Oct 2026 → SOQ due 24 Nov 2026 → RFP phase Dec 2026–Jan 2027 → Award 02 Feb 2027; master agreement term 3 years (extendable to 5).
• Requirements: Submit five hard‑copy copies + one PDF of the SOQ, include all required certifications and affidavits, and meet all prevailing‑wage and labor‑code obligations.