Specifications include, but are not limited to: The full scope of anticipated services is described in detail below. The selected firm may be asked to perform all, or only a portion(s) of these services. For example, the firm may be asked to execute the design of the project only or may be asked to work with City staff to perform certain portions of the work. Design Engineering Preparation of plans and specifications for capital improvement projects of varying complexity. Services may include civil engineering and structural design work, preparation of preliminary plans and cost estimates, necessary fieldwork, identification of alternatives, drafting, design, and other civil engineering related work as needed. Preparation of engineering reports and studies on a variety of subjects. Use of AutoCAD software to prepare project plans. Project Management The City is looking for a qualified engineering and project management firm to provide project management support to City Staff for various capital improvement projects (CIP), including State and Federally funded projects, projects of varying complexity, budget, and size, and all phases of design and project management. The consultant will be responsible for maintaining compliance with Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual (“LAPM”), or other required agencies, for all State or Federally funded projects. It is expected that the identified project manager(s) will be the point of contact between the City and project consultants, including but not limited to design engineer and construction management firms. The project manager(s) will have authority and responsibility to act on the City’s behalf in terms of interactions with the public and other project stakeholders. Duties of the selected firm and their project manager(s) include, but are not limited to: • Project scoping during the planning or preliminary design phase. • Securing necessary right-of-way, easements, and/or grading permits required for projects. • Preparation and acquisition of any required permits. • Preparation of project plans and specifications for bidding; conducting prebid meetings, as needed; preparation of addendums to bid documents; and attending bid openings. • Participate in procurement, selection and contract negotiation processes, and provide contract management of engineering design and other CIP project contracts