DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Fresno Area Express Q Handy Ride
SELECTION COMMITTEE REPORT
For
Request for Qualifications No. 12601691
FAX AHSC TRA Bus Stop Improvement Services
July 2026
Prepared by:
Stefanee Ramirez, Management Analyst II
Department of Transportation/Fresno Area Express
2223 G Street
Fresno CA, 93706
City of Fresno RFQ 12601691
Department of Transportation FAX AHSC TRA Bus Stop Improvements I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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he Department of Transportation/ Fresno Area Express (FAX) issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for professional engineering services needed for the design of nineteen (19) bus stops to ensure Americans with Disability Act (ADA) compliance and provide transportation-related amenities (TRA) in accordance with the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program (AHSC).
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he RFQ was limited to professional Architectural and Engineering (A&E) services.
Selection was based solely on demonstrated qualifications, competence, and experience, and did not include construction, installation, maintenance, or other services. Selection was based solely on demonstrated qualifications, competence and experience, with price negotiations to occur only after selection of the most qualified firm, as required under Brooks Act and applicable Federal Transit Administration (FTA) procurement regulations.
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AX received three (3) proposals. They were from Provost & Pritchard, Lars Anderson & Associates, and Alan Mok Engineering. Based on the Selection Committee’s evaluation, Provost & Pritchard received the highest overall average score and was determined to be the most qualified.
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he result of the Selection Committee evaluation is as follows:
Evaluation Criterion Criteria Score
Approach to Work 33.13
Past Performance and Experience 28.70
Qualifications of Key Personnel 29.50
References 5.00
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OMMITTEE MEMBERS
SH
ARLEE FLORES Committee Chair (Non-Voting)
RA
Y RAMOS Committee Member (Voting)
C
AROL ABATE Committee Member (Voting)
AL
AN JACOBSON Committee Member (Voting)
J
OHN TURNIPSEED Advisor (Non-Voting)
ST
EFANEE RAMIREZ Advisor (Non-Voting)
City of Fresno RFQ 12601691
Department of Transportation FAX AHSC TRA Bus Stop Improvements III. SIGNIFICANT EVENTS
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pril 1, 2026 – Solicitation Posted
April 16, 2026 – Pre-Proposal Conference
April 27, 2026 – Proposals Due
April 28, 2026 – Committee Pre-Evaluation Meeting
May 12, 2026 – Committee Scoring Meeting
June 29, 2026 – Committee Review of Cost Proposal
July 2, 2026 – Committee Recommendation for Award
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V. EVALUATION CRITERIA
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he Selection Committee evaluated the proposal based on four categories A. P
resentation on Approach to Work: [35%]
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n evaluation of the proposer’s understanding, approach, and commitments with respect to scheduling and timely completion of the project and the management of the project.
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. Qualification of Key Personnel: [30%]
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echnical experience in performing work of a closely similar nature; experience working with public agencies; experience in proving specifically this type of service, strength and stability of the firm; strength, stability, experience, and technical competence of sub- consultants; assessment by client references; references with demonstrated success in providing similar services.
C. Pas
t Performance and Experience: [30%]
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his category will examine the qualifications and experience of the firm, its staff, and the specific individuals that will be assigned to our project. Some things that will be considered when evaluating this category are:
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hat is the experience of the firm in performing similar tasks/projects? • What is the background and experience of the firm’s staff? • How long has the firm been in existence?
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. References [5%]
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he Proposer shall provide a minimum of three (3) references. For each reference, provide the agency name, address, contact person, telephone number and email address. FAX reserves the right to contact references provided by the Proposer and solicit additional references to determine best value.
City of Fresno RFQ 12601691
Department of Transportation FAX AHSC TRA Bus Stop Improvements T
he Selection Committee’s individual scoring were averaged and are presented in the tables below.
APPROACH TO WORK
Proposer Comments Criteria Score
Provost & Pritchard Demonstrated a strong understanding of the project scope, schedule, coordination
requirements and overall project
management approach. The proposal
was thorough and organized.
33.13 Lars Anderson Demonstrated an understanding of the project requirements and overall scope of
work; however, the proposal contained
less detail and clarity regarding
coordination, project management, and
implementation approach.
29.98 Alan Mok Engineering The proposal demonstrated a limited understanding of the project scope and
requirements. The overall approach
lacked detail and clarity regarding project
execution and coordination.
19.48 QUALIFICATIONS OF KEY PERSONNEL
Proposer Comments Criteria Score
Provost & Pritchard Demonstrated strong technical
qualifications, relevant public agency
experience, and overall depth of
resources.
29.50 Lars Anderson Firm appeared qualified; however, the overall team depth and demonstrated
experience with similar project types was
less extensive compared to the higher
ranked firm.
18.50 Alan Mok Engineering The proposed team demonstrated limited relevant experience and technical
qualifications in comparison to other firms
evaluated for this project.
15.70 City of Fresno RFQ 12601691
Department of Transportation FAX AHSC TRA Bus Stop Improvements
PAST PERFORMANCE AND EXPERIENCE
Proposer Comments Criteria Score
Provost & Pritchard Demonstrated extensive experience staff with similar projects and successful
projects. The firm showed strong
background, relevant project history, and
proven performance in similar services.
28.70 Lars Anderson & Associates The firm demonstrated relevant experience and project history, through
the number and complexity of comparable
projects presented were more limited.
15.000
Alan Mok Engineering The proposal included limited
demonstrated experience with
comparable projects and less extensive
project history related to the requested
services.
15.70 REFERENCES
Proposer Comments Criteria Score
Provost & Pritchard References met the solicitation
requirements. 5.00
Lars Anderson & Association References met the solicitation requirements. 4.17
Alan Mok Engineering References met the solicitation
requirements. 4.17
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EVALUATION RESULTS
Firm Approach Personnel Experience References Total
Provost &
Pritchard 33.13 29.50 28.70 5.00 96.33
Lars
Anderson &
Associates
29.98 18.50 15.00 4.17 67.65
Alan Mok
Engineering 19.48 15.70 15.70 4.17 55.05
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election Committee independently evaluated each proposal in accordance with the criteria established in the RFQ. Individual evaluator scores were averaged to determine the final ranking of firms.
City of Fresno RFQ 12601691
Department of Transportation FAX AHSC TRA Bus Stop Improvements Provost & Pritchard received the highest overall score. The firm demonstrated a strong and comprehensive understanding of the project, supported by a detailed approach to work, experienced personnel, and extensive relevant project history. The proposal reflected a clear understanding of the project requirements and was determined to be the most qualified submission.
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ars Anderson & Associates received the second highest overall score. The firm demonstrated relevant technical experience and an understanding of the project scope; however, the proposal contained less detail and depth in comparison to the highest- ranked firm.
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lan Mok Engineering received the third highest overall score. While the firm demonstrated some relevant experience and qualifications, the proposal reflected limited detail, project approach, and comparable project experience relative to the other firms evaluated.
VI. N
EGOTIATIONS
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he Selection Committee recommended entering negotiations with Provost & Pritchard as the most qualified firm. Cost negotiations were held in accordance with Brooks Act and applicable FTA procurement requirements.
VII. RE
COMMENDATION
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he Selection Committee recommends award to Provost & Pritchard as the most qualified firm for FAX’s AHSC TRA bus stop improvement services.