5.1. Scope of Services - The City of Palo Alto is searching for vendors to supply professional services consisting of Permit Processing, and Plan Check services. The City intends to award multiple contracts for these services. Billing will be based on time and materials. Proposers should include their firm’s expertise and billable rate for each job description listed and any others proposed. Also include any previous experience you have had with the City of Palo Alto or with other government agencies. Proposals shall include a Consultant Lead (“Lead”). Consultant staff shall work under the supervision of the Lead as assigned by the consultant firm, in consultation with the Fire Marshal, Assistant Fire Marshal or designee. Consultant Lead shall act as a project manager and liaison between City and consultant staff. When requested to provide additional assistance, consultant shall provide to the City resumes (including licenses and other credentials) of all individuals proposed to perform requested services. The City retains the right to reject any or all of consultant’s staff. Consultants shall provide personnel capable of reviewing and providing recommendations to written City guidelines. Proposers will be responsible for providing all equipment and training necessary to perform the work, unless otherwise directed by the City.
