Proposal
RFP F-26-1051 On-Call
Professional Engineering
and Plan Check Services
for Land Development
April 20, 2026
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
CALIFORNIA
Contact:
William Galvez, PE
Project Manager
818.913.9777
1 April 20, 2026
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
Vanir Tower
290 North D Street
San Bernardino, California 92401
Via PlanetBids
SUBJECT: Proposal for RFP F-26-1051 On-Call Professional Engineering and Plan Check Services for Land Development
Dear Reviewers:
The City of San Bernardino Public Works Department (City) is requesting proposals from qualified and experienced engineering consulting firms to provide on-call engineering plan check, development engineering review, and related technical services in support of the City’s development review process. These services will assist the City in reviewing engineering plans, studies, and related documents associated with private development to ensure compliance with City standards, applicable regulations, and accepted engineering practices. Willdan Engineering (Willdan) offers 60+-year history of engineering and plan check services experience that will ensure projects will be reviewed, approved, and inspected by an experienced team with a comprehensive approach to delivering each land development project as intended. We are a full-service engineering consulting firm and can provide the resources required to fulfill all task assignments issued under the City's on-call contract.
The following strengths set us apart from the competition and make us the best qualified team for this assignment:
Leader in City Staff Augmentation for Land Development Services. Willdan has pioneered extension of staff services in California since our inception in 1964. Our team has served as part-time or full-time consultants on staff augmentation contracts for city positions including City Engineer, Land Development Engineer, Road Commissioner, Traffic Engineer, Building Official, Director of Public Works, Planning Director, City Surveyor, staff project managers and engineers, building plan reviewers and inspectors, construction managers and inspectors, and case planners. Our public agency perspective enables us to understand the City’s needs and concerns for responsible and environmentally sensitive development and redevelopment such as standards implementation for consistent project aesthetics, standards of engineering, construction, inspection, and maintenance. Comprehensive Land Development Review Expertise. Willdan is a full-service engineering and planning consulting firm with the resources required to fulfill all task assignments issued under the City's On-Call Staff Augmentation contract. Our staff has performed thousands of reviews for land development projects encompassing civil site, sewer and storm water, subdivision, land surveying, low-income housing, and many other types of land development engineering plans. Willdan has staffing expertise available, as needed, for related structural and geotechnical project challenges to support plan review and help push projects through.
In-depth Knowledge of the City and its Public Works Organization. Willdan has been assisting the City of San Bernardino with a wide variety of services for over 20 years.
The proposed services by Willdan include Quality Assurance / Quality Control for Land Development activities with an in-office presence, as needed by William Galvez, and with key team resources available to provide expertise and leadership in their corresponding fields. The expertise supports seamless reviews and results in coordinated plans and designs for delivery and benefit to San Bernardino:
Chris O. Stone, PE, CFM
Feldronio Esperanza, PE
Daren Raskin, PE, CBO
2 Ross Khiabani, PE, GE
Christopher Kelley, PE, QSD/P
Jeff Lau, TE
Jason Stiller, PLS
John Hidalgo, ASLA
Willdan’s prices provided in response to this RFP are valid for 120 days from the proposal due date.
Willdan acknowledges receipt of Question and Answer Set 1, dated April 9, 2026, and Addendum 1, dated April 13.
I, Jonathan Mitchell, PE, Director of Engineering, am duly authorized to legally bind Willdan to all terms and conditions set forth in this proposal. If there are any questions regarding our qualifications or this submittal, please contact me at [email protected] or (916) 662-0634.
Respectfully submitted,
WILLDAN ENGINEERING
Jonathan Mitchell, PE
Director of Engineering
3 4
5 1. Executive Summary
On-Call Professional Engineering and Plan Check
Services for Land Development
City of San Bernardino Proposal for RFP F-26-1051
6 1. Executive Summary
Willdan Engineering (Willdan) brings 60+ years of proven municipal engineering excellence and comprehensive understanding of land development plan check services to the City of San Bernardino. With over 1,800 employees and 50 offices nationwide, including a dedicated office in San Bernardino, Willdan possesses the staffing depth and geographic proximity to deliver responsive, high-quality on-call professional engineering and plan check services for land development projects.
Proven Municipal Engineering Expertise. Willdan's qualifications for this assignment are distinguished by extensive experience providing on-call plan check services to California municipalities. Our Director of Engineering, Jonathan Mitchell, PE, brings over 20 years of project management experience and has successfully directed land development consultant services for multiple cities, including management of plan review, construction inspection, and land development projects. The proposed team includes proposed Project Manager William Galvez, PE, who has 35 years of experience in municipal public works including project management, design, construction, inspection, and staff management; Feldronio Esperanza, PE, a development engineer with over 40 years specializing in land development, hydrology, hydraulics, water quality, and infrastructure design across Southern California counties including San Bernardino County; and Jeffrey Lau, PE, TE, ENV SP, our Deputy Director of Engineering, oversees transportation design and has managed hundreds of traffic signal installations and plan review services for California cities.
Direct Experience with San Bernardino Projects. Willdan currently provides on-call plan checking services to the City of San Bernardino, demonstrating our familiarity with City standards, procedures, and development review requirements. Our surveying specialist Jason Stiller, PLS, serves as Contract City Surveyor for San Bernardino, providing technical reviews of parcel maps, tract maps, certificates of compliance, lot line adjustments, and lot mergers. This existing relationship ensures seamless integration with City staff and immediate productivity without a learning curve.
2. Table of Contents
On-Call Professional Engineering and Plan Check
Services for Land Development
City of San Bernardino Proposal for RFP F-26-1051
7 2. Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary ........................................................................................................................................ 6
2. Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................... 7
3. Identification of Proposer ............................................................................................................................... 8 3a. Legal Name and Address of Company ................................................................................................................. 8 3b. Legal Form of Company ....................................................................................................................................... 8 3c. Identify Parent Company ..................................................................................................................................... 8 3d. Contact of Proposed Representative ................................................................................................................... 8 3e. California Business License Number .................................................................................................................... 8
4. Staffing Resources ......................................................................................................................................... 10 4a. Firm Staffing and Key Personnel ........................................................................................................................ 10 4b. Subcontractors .................................................................................................................................................. 15
5. Fiscal Stability ............................................................................................................................................... 19 5i. Commercial Credit Rating Service or ii. Letter from a Financial Institution ........................................................ 19 5iii. Latest Audited Financial Statement .................................................................................................................. 20
6. Experience and Technical Competence .......................................................................................................... 32 6a. Experience ......................................................................................................................................................... 32 6b. Project Specific Experience ................................................................................................................................ 36 6c. Technical Competence ....................................................................................................................................... 39
7. Proposed Method to Accomplish the Work .................................................................................................... 40
7.1 Approach ........................................................................................................................................................... 40
7.2 Draft First Year Schedule of Tasks, Milestones, and Deliverables ..................................................................... 40
8. Fee Proposal ................................................................................................................................................. 50
9. Insurance ...................................................................................................................................................... 52
10. Litigation ..................................................................................................................................................... 54
11. Other Information ....................................................................................................................................... 55 11a. Demonstrated Record of Efficient Staffing and On-Time, On-Budget Project Completion ............................. 55 11b. Community Involvement and Professional Engagement ................................................................................ 56 11c. Previous Involvement with the City of San Bernardino ................................................................................... 56 11d. Conflicts of Interest Statement ........................................................................................................................ 57
12. Certification of Proposal .............................................................................................................................. 58
13. Appendices ................................................................................................................................................. 59
3. Identification of Proposer
On-Call Professional Engineering and Plan Check
Services for Land Development
City of San Bernardino Proposal for RFP F-26-1051
8 3. Identification of Proposer
3a. Legal Name and Address of Company
The legal name is Willdan Engineering.
Corporate Address Local Address
Willdan Engineering
2401 E. Katella Avenue, Suite 300
Anaheim, CA 92806
Willdan Engineering
650 E. Hospitality Lane, Suite 400
San Bernardino, CA 92408-3586
3b. Legal Form of Company
Willdan is a California corporation established in 1964. The firm operates as a professional engineering corporation under the laws of the State of California, providing comprehensive municipal, infrastructure, and transportation engineering services to public agencies nationwide.
3c. Identify Parent Company
Willdan Engineering is a wholly owned subsidiary of Willdan Group, Inc., a publicly traded company. Willdan Group, Inc. provides services to nationwide clientele through three subsidiary firms: Willdan Engineering, Willdan Energy Solutions, and Willdan Financial Services.
3d. Contact of Proposed Representative
Jonathan Mitchell, PE, Director of Engineering
Telephone: (916) 662-0634
William Galvez, PE
Telephone: (818) 913-9777
Willdan Engineering
650 E. Hospitality Lane, Suite 400
San Bernardino, CA 92408-3586
3e. California Business License Number
California Business License Number: DIR 1000025452
California State Contractor’s License: 967101
City of San Bernardino License: on next page
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9 4. Staffing Resources
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Services for Land Development
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10 4. Staffing Resources
4a. Firm Staffing and Key Personnel
i. Number of Staff
Willdan proposes a dedicated team of 12 personnel specifically assigned to the City's on-call professional engineering and plan check services for land development. This core team represents diverse engineering disciplines essential for comprehensive land development review services.
Willdan maintains substantial additional staffing capacity throughout Southern California, with over 500 technical professionals available to support the City during peak workload periods or specialized project requirements. ii. Three Persons to be Principally Responsible
Willdan designates three principal individuals who will serve as the City's primary contacts and will be responsible for direct coordination with City staff.
Jonathan Mitchell, PE, serves as Principal-in-Charge, providing executive oversight and strategic direction for all services.
William Galvez, PE, serves as Project Manager, functioning as the primary day-to-day contact for City staff and coordinating all service delivery activities.
Adel Freij, PE, serves as Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manager, for this project and will provide quality assurance oversight.
iii. Team Organization and Key Personnel Resumes
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11 Please see the three Key Personnel resumes on the next pages. iv. Brief Biographies of Staff
The proposed team includes the following professionals organized by discipline and function:
Staff/Role Discipline/Role Credentials
Jonathan Mitchell, PE
(Key Personnel)
Principal-in-Charge
Jonathan’s qualifications include extensive
municipal engineering experience, having served as
Deputy Director and Senior Engineer for the
Calaveras County Public Works Department where
he managed the County's Capital Improvement
Program and delivered numerous federal-aid
projects. He has provided management oversight
for multiple on-call contracts involving
development review, plan review, inspection
services, and CIP management for agencies.
Civil Engineer, CA No.
78864
General Contractor B-
967101, License
Qualifier, course work
in contracting law and
construction
management
25+ years of experience
William Galvez, PE
(Key Personnel)
Project Manager
William has experience in municipal public works
including project management, design,
construction, inspection, and staff management.
His municipal engineering qualifications are
exceptional, having served as Public Works
Director/City Engineer for the City of Baldwin Park
where he administered a $12 million public works
operating and capital budget and directed a staff of
31. He also served as Public Works Director/City
Engineer for the City of South Pasadena, managing
a staff of 29 employees and a $14 million budget
while administering the City's infrastructure
including water and sewer utility systems. His
experience directly aligns with land development
review requirements through his work managing
capital design and construction, administering
operations of field services, and representing cities
in development-related matters.
Civil Engineer, CA No.
51505
35 years of experience
Adel Freij, PE
(Key Personnel)
Quality
Assurance/Quality
Control Manager
Adel’s functions include establishing quality
assurance protocols, reviewing complex or
controversial developments, providing technical
training and guidance to team members, ensuring
compliance with City standards and procedures,
and coordinating with the Project Manager to
maintain schedule performance while upholding
quality standards. His areas of expertise encompass
capital improvement program implementation,
annual budget preparation, funding and grant
administration, stormwater and NPDES guidelines,
and ADA compliance.
Civil Engineer, CA No.
55564
35+ years of experience
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Feldronio Esperanza,
PE
Development
Engineer / Plan Check
Engineer
Feldronio is experienced in land development,
specializing in hydrology, hydraulics, water quality,
land development and infrastructure design. He has
a proven track record in managing large-scale
commercial and residential projects, with expertise
in grading, utilities, and stormwater management.
He is adept at overseeing projects from feasibility
studies to final engineering, ensuring compliance
with all regulatory requirements. He has served as a
Senior Plan Check Engineer for grading, street
utilities, drainage, and water quality, reviewing and
ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal
regulations.
Civil Engineer, CA No.
55246
Qualified SWPPP
Developer (QSD) and
Practitioner (QSP)
40+ years of experience
Jeffrey Lau, PE, TE,
ENV SP
Traffic Engineer /
Traffic Plan Review
Jeffrey is an accomplished engineer for multi-
discipline and multi-agency traffic and
transportation projects such as traffic signals,
signing and striping, street lighting, and
construction traffic control. He oversees
transportation design for Willdan's traffic
engineering group and manages a variety of large-
to small-scale projects. His extensive hands-on
traffic engineering background encompasses
designs for 400+ new and modified traffic signal
installations, street lighting inventories for master
plans, lighting design plans, street lighting
conversions, and street lighting LED upgrades. He
meets schedules and develops the cost-efficient
projects to meet budgetary constraints.
Traffic Engineer, CA No.
2835
Civil Engineer, CA No.
83887
Envision Sustainability
Professional No. 45376
22 years of experience
Chris O. Stone, PE,
CFM
Hydrology and
Hydraulics Engineer /
Stormwater Review
Chris has experience in flood control hydrologic and
hydraulic design engineering, transportation and
traffic engineering, street and roadway design
engineering, water and wastewater engineering,
tract map and parcel mapping, grading, and
structural engineering. He has participated in all
technical aspects of projects including preliminary
engineering, construction document preparation,
and development reviews. He has infrastructure
design experience involving facilities for freeways,
airports, railways, solar facilities, bridges, detention basins, infiltration basins, busways, master planned
communities and casinos. Mr. Stone has extensive
experience providing improvement plan review
services for multiple Nevada and California
jurisdictions, reviewing technical drainage studies,
grading plans, and civil improvement plans for
conformance with applicable standards.
Civil Engineer, Nevada
No. 12379
Arizona No. 55200
Certified Floodplain
Manager, Association of
State Floodplain
Managers No. US-16-
08884
30+ years of experience
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13 Staff/Role Discipline/Role Credentials
Jason Stiller, PLS
Survey, Mapping, and
Subdivision Review
Lead
Jason has experience providing surveying and
mapping support to a wide variety of infrastructure
projects at all levels and is knowledgeable in all
aspects of land surveying including boundary and
topographic surveys, subdivision mapping,
GPS/GNSS and geodetic surveys, and construction
staking preparation and layout. He has been
involved in preparing and checking numerous
subdivision maps, parcel maps and tract maps,
ALTA/NSPS surveys, records-of-survey, lot line
adjustments, lot mergers, certificates of
compliance, exhibits for right-of-way and easement
acquisition, and boundary determination. His
professional background includes municipal,
residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional
development projects, utility transmission corridors
and distribution networks, transportation projects,
heavy construction, and project management
experience with a heavy emphasis on mapping, title
research and analysis, legal descriptions, boundary
determinations, and compliance with both State
and local ordinances.
Professional Land
Surveyor, CA No. 9271
24 years of experience
Ross Khiabani, PE, GE
Geotechnical
Engineering Lead
Ross has experience performing diversified
geotechnical assignments involving soil mechanics
and foundation engineering, soil stabilization,
landslide analysis and stabilization, settlement
evaluations, liquefaction studies, slope stability
analyses, laboratory testing, and inspection services
during construction operations. His vast experience
includes providing engineering services for
commercial, industrial, institutional, ports and
harbors, public works, transportation (including
major bridges, local roads, freeways and toll roads)
and water and wastewater facilities projects. This
broad base of experience has given him insight into
local geotechnical and seismic conditions, and
construction processes. He has kept in close
communication with local, city, county, and state
reviewers and is familiar with governing codes and
requirements.
Civil Engineer, CA No.
37156
Geotechnical Engineer,
California No. 2202
40+ years of experience
Simon Hernandez
Senior Public Works
Observer /
Development
Inspector
Simon has experience in construction and
inspection. He is a motivated team player with a
strong background in construction, maintenance,
and inspection of pavement rehabilitation, concrete
structures, water operations, bridges, and large
storm drain structures. Simon has an aptitude for
E-Rail Certified;
Roadway Workers
Certified
CIC Certified
Fall Protection Certified
and Trained
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14 Staff/Role Discipline/Role Credentials
learning new skills and an ability to identify and
build strong collaborative relationships within any
team environment. He manages time and resources
effectively and can perform and prioritize multiple
tasks, while displaying high standards of ethical
conduct, and exhibiting honesty and integrity. He
also has experience working as a soils, asphalt,
concrete, and material testing technician.
American Construction
Inspectors Association:
Rubberized Asphalt
Plant Inspection
Certification in Safety
on Job Sites
OSHA Certifications:
Trenching and
Excavations
Competent Person
Certified
Traffic Control for
Safer Work Zones
Certification
25 years of experience
Daren Raskin, PE,
CBO
Structural Plan
Reviews
Daren possesses experience with design of various
multi-story structures, shopping centers,
commercial buildings, parking structures, and
residential units. He has organized, scheduled, and
supervised staff of engineers, draftsmen, and
technicians. His expertise encompasses knowledge
of all major building materials, including cold-
formed steel, structural steel, concrete, and
masonry as well as design of specialized systems of
corrugated cold-formed shear walls, concrete shear
walls, masonry shear walls, structural steel moment
frames, braced frames and rigid diaphragm
analysis. He has provided on-call plan review and
inspection services for the City of San Bernardino,
County of San Bernardino, City of Rialto, City of
Loma Linda, City of Moreno Valley, March Joint
Powers Authority, County of Riverside, and City of
Beaumont.
Professional Engineer,
CA No. 57577
International Code
Council No. 8387707
ICC Plans Examiner
ICC Building Official
30 years of experience
Christopher Kelley,
PE, QSD/P
Development Plan
Check Engineer
Christopher has as-needed expertise in city
engineering, project management, Capital
Improvement Plan management and
implementation, contract administration,
supervision of public works inspectors and City
staff, coordination of various agencies and
consultants, plan-check, and general engineering
services. He has assisted Cities on various projects,
including implementing and administering the
design and construction of various CIP projects,
water quality representation, and permitting. His
project management experience includes Best
Civil Engineer, CA No.
83179
Qualified SWPPP
Developer (QSD) and
Practitioner (QSP) No.
25874
20 years of experience
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15 Staff/Role Discipline/Role Credentials
Management Practices, concrete repairs, design,
landscape improvements, medians, overlay and
slurry seal, park improvements, public facility
improvements, pump stations, sewers, storm
drains, street reconstruction, and street widening.
John Hidalgo, ASLA
Landscape Architect
John possesses in-depth expertise in landscape
architecture design development, preparation of
plans and specifications, plan reviews, and
construction observation. He is knowledgeable in
various local, state, and federal codes; regulations,
procedures, and standards relating to construction,
safety; park and facility planning; and other
landscape and irrigation amenities. He has a strong
track record of completion of projects in
accordance with these standards. John offers broad
experience representing project owners during the
plan review process and possesses comprehensive
experience in both field observation and
construction. His responsibilities include managing
park and street beautification design, landscape
restorations, drought adaptive landscaping, plan
reviews, and construction observation.
Landscape Architect, CA
No. 3551
California Licensed
Contractor C-27
Landscape license No.
713613
33 years of experience
Chris Saed, CE
Plan Check Engineer
Chris has 2 years of experience as Supervising
Engineer with City of San Bernardino, where he
managed, oversaw, and supervised staff
responsible for professional and technical
engineering operations of the Capital Improvement
Program. He oversaw the preparation of complex
engineering designs, plans, specifications, and
reports. Chris also had 20 years of experience as
the Supervising Engineer with County of San
Bernardino. He was responsible for the preparation
of design plans, specifications and cost estimates
for roads, bridges, storm drainage systems and
traffic signals projects. I ensured that assigned
projects are completed within scope of work, cost,
schedule, departmental standards and practices.
Registered Civil
Engineer in the State of
California-Certificate
No.: C 53603
30 years of experience
4b. Subcontractors
Willdan Engineering intends to perform the majority of services with its in-house staff. Should any subcontractors or subconsultants be required for specialized services not covered by our internal team, a list will be submitted to the City for prior written approval, and no substitutions will be made without such approval.
16 Jonathan Mitchell, PE
Director of Engineering
Role: Principal in Charge
Jonathan Mitchell has over 20 years of experience in engineering project management, and design. Jonathan has served as project director, project manager, and project engineer for numerous transportation improvement projects, as well as a variety of other public works projects, in support of integrated waste, transit, and public facilities. He has also served as the project engineer, and manager for a variety of private projects in support of facilities, site planning and improvements, processing, and manufacturing operations.
While serving as the Deputy Director, and Senior Engineer, for the Calaveras County Public Works Department, Jonathan managed the County’s Capital Improvement Program and staff and was responsible for the development of their 5-year CIP, and delivery of the County’s capital projects. He managed the Department’s complex projects, and was responsible for the development of division budgets, advanced planning and programming, liaison with partnering agencies, developers and contractors, as well as presentations and study sessions to the Board of Supervisors. Jonathan has managed and delivered numerous federal-aid projects, and understands the requirements associated with federal, state, and local project delivery.
Relevant Project Experience
Management Oversight, Various Agencies . Jonathan has provided management oversight for multiple on -call contracts involving multiple types of projects including development of CIP, management of CIP Projects, funding and phasing, development review, plan review, inspection services, grant writ ing and project funding and phasing plans feasibility studies, energy audits, street improvements. City of Chico
City of Dublin
City of Elk Grove
City of Highland
City of Hughson
City of Ione
City of Napa
City of Rancho Cordova
City of Roseville
City of San Pablo
City of Stockton
City of Suisun City
City of Tracy
County of Placer
County of Sutter
CSU - Chico
CSU – Fresno
CSU – San Francisco
CSU – Somona
County of San
Joaquin
Town of Atherton
Land Development Consultant Services, City of Rancho Cordova, CA. Program Manager responsible for directing land development services in support of the City’s plan review, construction inspection, and land development projects. Services encompass plan checks, entitlements, conditioning, map checking and survey support services, encroa chment processing, construction inspection, utility coordination, and associated support services.
Development Services Department Staffing Contract Director, Elk Grove, CA. Willdan staffs the City of Elk Grove Development Services Department. Willdan provides the comprehensive staffing of this City Department, performing the application processing, entitlement process, plan review, surveying and mapping review and oversight, development engineering, developer coordination and complete project management, front desk staffing and associated administrative support for the Department.
EDUCATION
MS, Civil Engineering, University
of the Pacific Stockton, CA
BS, Business Management,
University of Phoenix Lathrop,
CA
BS, Civil Engineering, University
of the Pacific, Stockton, CA
AA, General Engineering, San
Joaquin Delta College, Stockton,
CA
PROFESSIONAL
CERTIFICATIONS
Civil Engineer, California No.
78864
General Contractor B967101,
License Qualifier, course work in
contracting law and
construction management
ASSOCIATIONS
ASME
SAME
ASCE
APWA
26 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
17 Edwin “William” Galvez, PE
City Engineer
Role: Project Manager
Edwin “William” Galvez, PE has 35 years of experience in municipal public works including project management, design, construction, inspection, surveying, staff management, and field work. Mr. Galvez is skilled in managing projects, staff, and programs; developing and administering municipal budgets; performing utility rate studies; preparing engineering and cost/revenue impact studies; and developing infrastructure and GIS management plans. He has excellent collaboration skills, and is adept at interfacing with local and State agencies, and is experienced in performing presentations to council, commissions, and community groups. Mr. Galvez is fluent in the Spanish language.
Relevant Project Experience
City of Santa Ana, CA. Served as City Engineer and was responsible for the long-term financing, improvement, and maintenance of the City’s infrastructure, and the delivery of public service programs. Managed engineering department operations to ensure continuous quality services delivery. Administered a $50 million CIP program and technical staff comprised of 60 employees. Provided oversight to teams responsible for conceptual development, environmental studies, design, construction, and operation of capital work. Represented the City in civic and media events.
City of Baldwin Park, CA. Served as the Public Works Director/City Engineer. Primary duties involved ensuring the successful delivery of projects and programs in alignment with the City Council’s vision. Developed and administered an annual $12 million public works operating and capital budget, and directed a staff of 31. Managed the engineering division, including capital design and construction, and administered the operation of field services including streets and parks maintenance. Represented the City in media and civic events.
City of South Pasadena, CA. Served as the Public Works Director/City Engineer and was responsible for a staff of 29 employees, and a public works budget of $14 million.
Administered the City’s infrastructure including water and sewer utility systems and service programs. Represented the City in a number of commissions.
City of San Fernando, CA. Served as the Public Works Director/Assistant Public Works Director and was responsible for the City’s infrastructure including streets, water, and sewer systems. Managed an engineering and field staff of 43. Administered capital project and program activities valued at $10 million.
City of San Fernando, CA. Served as Senior Civil Engineer and was responsible for design and construction of CIP projects, and management of land development and permitting activities.
City of Carson, CA. Served as Civil Engineering Assistant. Provided in office and field engineering support of CIP projects.
City of Lynwood, California. Served as Civil Engineering Assistant and provided engineering support on CIP projects.
City of Los Angeles, CA. Served as Engineering Assistant and performed land and construction surveying.
EDUCATION
MPA, California State
University, Northridge
BS, Civil Engineering,
California State
University, Los Angeles
ASSOCIATIONS
APWA Certified Public
Works
PROFESSIONAL
CERTIFICATIONS
Civil Engineer, California
No. 51505
35 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
18 Adel Freij, PE
Director of City Engineering
Role: Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manager
Adel Freij is an accomplished manager who assists public agencies in serving their constituents with temporary as-needed staffing assistance or long-term assignments. He accomplishes this through his skilled insights to hiring and selecting staff with the right qualifications to create a seamless transition between Willdan and agency staff. Adel provides innovative solutions in engineering and construction management services for large-scale multi-discipline public works projects – working diligently to meet public agency budgets and schedules. His areas of expertise encompass capital improvement program (CIP) implementation, annual budget preparation, funding and grant administration, stormwater and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) guidelines, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance. Adel is also a proficient negotiator and collaborator with well-developed decision-making and organizational skills.
Relevant Project Experience
As-Needed Engineering Services, Various Cities, CA. Mr. Freij served as Willdan’s primary point of contact and managed as-needed and on-call engineering services for the following cities:
On-Call General Engineering Services, City of South Gate, CA . Project Manager. Willdan is providing supportive engineering services to the City of South Gate.
Areas of Expertise. Adel Freij’s areas of expertise include:
Capital Improvement Program (CIP) implementation
Annual Budget Preparation
Funding and Grant Administration
Stormwater and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Guidelines Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Project Management Experience. Adel Freij has provided project management for various types of projects including the following:
Azusa
Bell
Grand Terrace
Hawaiian
Gardens
Highland
Inglewood
La Puente
Lakewood
Lynwood
Maywood
Norwalk
Placentia
Rosemead
San Fernando
South Gate
Temple City
West Covina
Overlay & Slurry Seal
Street Reconstruction
Street Widening
Concrete Repairs
Storm Drains
Median Islands
Sanitary Sewers
Waterlines
Traffic Improvements
Landscape Improvements
Park Improvements
Bridges
Right-of-Way Acquisition
Master Planning
EDUCATION
BS, Civil Engineering,
University of Missouri,
Kansas City, MO
Resident Engineer
Academy
REGISTRATIONS /
CERTIFICATIONS
Civil Engineer, California
No. 55564
AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Civil
Engineers
American Public Works
Association
Construction Management
Association of America
Los Angeles City and
County Engineers
Association
35 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
5. Fiscal Stability
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Willdan's parent company, Willdan Group, Inc., reported annual revenue of $682 million as of 2025, reflecting the firm's significant financial capacity and market position. This revenue base supports the firm's ability to maintain staffing, technology infrastructure, and operational resources necessary to deliver consistent on-call engineering services throughout a multi-year contract term.
5i. Commercial Credit Rating Service or ii. Letter from a Financial Institution
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6a. Experience
i. Meet Goals and Fulfill General Functions
Willdan has provided comprehensive on-call engineering plan check, development engineering review, and related technical services to municipalities throughout California and the Western United States since 1964. The firm possesses over 60 years of experience delivering the exact scope of services requested by the City of San Bernardino, including engineering plan check, development engineering review, hydrology and hydraulics analysis, stormwater compliance review, subdivision map review, and staff augmentation services. Willdan currently serves more than 800 public agencies nationwide, with 1,800+ employees operating from 50+ offices across the United States. The firm's corporate capabilities encompass civil and structural engineering, land planning, geology and geotechnical engineering, environmental health and safety, and specialized municipal services.
On-Call Contract Expertise
On-call/As-needed engineering services are Willdan's foundation. Our staff includes former public agency or contract agency staff. Therefore, we understand the importance and purpose of as-needed contracts and are very familiar with the processes and procedures for such services. Within the last five years, Willdan has completed projects and task orders for more than 300 as-needed/on-call contracts. This experience and the relevant experience of our dedicated and available key personnel are what best suits Willdan to provide the City with as- needed services.
Our history of working with as-needed contracts has well prepared our staff to respond to all requests for services in a positive, efficient manner. Our firm's commitment to responsive service and successful project delivery has given us a reputation as a firm that can be trusted to listen and to deliver an end product our clients envision and embrace.
Willdan has historically concentrated our efforts in public works engineering for cities, counties, and special districts. Since 1964, we have evolved into a professional consulting firm offering a broad array of services that provide a comprehensive and integrated approach to our clients’ needs. Willdan possesses expertise in most facets of the public sector marketplace. The varied experience and background of our staff experience is an added value to our services. No other firm matches Willdan’s combined breadth of directly relevant technical and operational expertise and depth of experience.
Willdan Staff of Experts
Municipal Engineering and Management
Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
Highway and Freeway Engineering
Building Safety Services
Environmental Planning
Geotechnical/Geological Engineering
Assessment Engineering
Computer-Aided Analysis and Design
Geographical Information System (GIS)
Program and Construction Management
Construction Inspection and Support
Traffic and Transportation
Water and Wastewater
Urban and Regional Planning
Drainage and Flood Control
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Right-of-Way Engineering
Landscape Architecture
Grant and Funding Administration
Labor Compliance
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33 ii. Past Experience of Staff Assigned
Willdan’s proposed staff has performed on projects with similar services shown below.
Project Description of Willdan Services Staff Involved
County of Orange:
On-Call Land Development
Expedited Processing Services
Duration: 2010 - Ongoing (over
14 years of continuous service)
Plan checks for grading, street,
drainage and water quality plans.
Services include plan review for
Subdivisions and Infrastructure,
Hydrology/Hydraulic Calculations,
Public Improvement Plans, Storm Drain
plans and Water Quality Management
Plans.
County has an expedited review
contract for the Rancho Mission Viejo
Development with strict deadlines on a
condensed schedule.
Feldronio Esperanza, PE
provides project
management for
hydrology and grading
reviews
City of Rialto:
Contract City Surveyor and On-
Call Improvement Plan Check
Duration: Ongoing multi-year
contract
Plan checking services for all
improvement plans including
residential subdivision review, private
developments, public street
improvement plans, traffic plans and
grading operations.
Provides all map reviews and works in
the function as the acting City Surveyor
for these reviews.
Reviews encompass all technical
design reports associated with
improvement plans including
hydrology, utilities, SWPPP, WQMP
and sediment control plans.
Technology implementation included
introduction of electronic plan review
using Bluebeam Studio to streamline
and expedite the review process.
Feldronio Esperanza, PE
conducts grading and
drainage plan review
Jeffrey Lau, PE, TE
performs traffic plan
review
Chris Stone, PE, CFM
handles hydrology and
hydraulics review.
Ross Khiabani –
Reviewer
City of La Cañada Flintridge:
On-Call Civil Engineering Services
Duration: Ongoing multi-year
contract
On-call civil engineering services
including city engineering, civil
engineering, traffic engineering,
construction services, and landscape
architecture.
Services encompass development
engineering review, plan check
services, hydrology and hydraulics
review, stormwater compliance
review, subdivision map review, and
staff augmentation services.
Adel Freij, PE serves as
Project Management
Lead
Rafael Casillas, PE serves
as Civil Engineering Lead
Jeffrey Lau, PE, TE, ENV
SP serves as Traffic
Engineering Lead
John Hidalgo, RLA serves
as Landscape
Architecture Lead.
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34 iii. Years Conducting Business
Willdan has conducted business continuously since 1964, providing more than 60+ years of specialized municipal consulting services to public sector clients. The firm has worked with over 96% of the cities and counties in California, demonstrating extensive experience providing the required scope of services for public clients well in excess of the minimum four-year requirement. More than 96% of Willdan's revenue is generated from working for public agencies, cities, and counties, reflecting the firm's specialized focus on the public sector marketplace. iv. Three References
Willdan is providing the following references that can support our ability to provide the Engineering services.
Client
City of Paramount
16400 Colorado Avenue
Paramount, CA 90723
Contact
Adriana Figueroa, Director of Public Works
(562) 220-2020
[email protected]
Dates
1980 – Present
Willdan is providing civil engineering, traffic engineering, agency engineering, landscape design services, survey, contract administration, construction observation, utility coordination, federal labor compliance, pavement engineering, public works permits/inspection, development review, CIP design/inspection, CDBG administration, grant writing, and NPDES. Willdan has overseen the design and construction of more than $15 million in water system improvements for the City, including the recent design and construction of two new wells. Other notable projects include the Railroad At-Grade Crossing Treatments at Paramount Boulevard/ Rosecrans Avenue project, which involved providing PS&E services for the removal of multiple at-grade Union Pacific Railroad crossing signals, and the Roundabout Design – Jefferson/Bixler and Madison/Virginia project, which involved providing PS&E services for the construction of various traffic circles. Willdan recently completed Phase One and is currently in the preliminary conceptual stage of Phase Two for Salud Park Park revitalization. Funding for this 8-acre park development was available through a park grant from Proposition 84. Willdan has been involved with this project from the very beginning of planning, through the
grant application submittal and the preparation
of construction documents. The project includes
a synthetic turf lay fields, 400-meter
walking/running track, multi-use soft footed
trails, exercise stations, parking, security lighting,
and enclosed decorative steel fencing for the
entire park. The park development is located
within Southern California Edison right-of-way,
therefore went through a lengthy review
process, and adhered to all requirements set
forth in SCE conditions of approval.
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City of Yorba Linda
4845 Casa Loma Avenue
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Contact
Rick Yee, Deputy Director Public Works/Assist.
City Engineer
(714) 961-7170
[email protected]
Dates
2008 – Present
Willdan provides on-call engineering including civil engineering, sanitary/stormwater design, landscape architecture design, traffic, and transportation services to the City. Our services encompass a variety of projects including, but not limited to roadway widenings; asphalt pavement rehabilitation; slurry and cape seal; ADA upgrades and compliance; grading drainage and slope repairs; storm drain design; sewer and water construction; traffic signals and traffic signal interconnect; roadway striping and signage; retaining structures; landscape maintenance assessment; district renovation; irrigation; planting; fencing; decorative walls and other hardscape features; traffic calming; bike lane improvements; and other public works improvements as needed.
Representative projects include On-Call Development and Plan Review, Bastanchury Street Widening, Citywide Landscape Improvements, Landscape and Irrigation Inventory Districts 1 2 3 4 and 5, Savi Ranch Display Sign/gateway signage, La Palma Avenue Improvements, Public Library demolition project, Staff augmentation and Bastanchury GAP Closure.
Client
City of Inglewood
1 W. Manchester Boulevard
Inglewood, CA 90301
Contact
Peter Puglese, City Traffic Engineer
(310) 412-5333
[email protected]
Dates
2006 – Present
Willdan provides on-call engineering and traffic
engineering services through our staff augmentation and City Traffic Engineer contract. As City Traffic Engineer, Willdan reviews and make recommendations on residents'
requests for stop signs, crosswalks, street beautification, street enhancement, permit parking, and speed humps;
reviews plans, specifications, and estimates for various projects; prepares staff reports and attends Parking and Traffic Commission meetings; prepares traffic signal and gateway signage and striping plans, specifications, and estimates; prepares timing charts for citywide signal
coordination timing and individual traffic signals; prepares studies for CMP, warrant analyses, traffic-calming
measures, and other areas of concern. Willdan's traffic engineering staff members work directly with the City's Planning Department to review TIAs, develop MOUs, and review upcoming development plans. Services include preparing grants for Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority's Call-for-Projects and the Highway Safety Improvement Program. Task orders include providing professional engineering design services for First/Last Mile Improvement Project - Phase 1 and the preparation of drawings and specifications for the re-piping of the storm water drain lines throughout City Hall Task order 22-023-043.
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36 v. Local Experience and Knowledge of City
Willdan maintains an office in San Bernardino, California, located at 650 E. Hospitality Lane, Suite 400, San Bernardino, CA 92408. This local presence provides Willdan with direct knowledge of City of San Bernardino development standards, regional development patterns, and local engineering requirements. Willdan has been assisting the City of San Bernardino with a wide variety of services, including a recent City contract for On-Call Engineering Services and a current City contract for coordination and lead technical assistance in the development and implementation of the City’s new Land Management System (Accela).
Our team has substantial experience working within the City and County of San Bernardino. • Jason Stiller, PLS, has provided on-call plan checking services to the City of San Bernardino, conducting survey plan checking services for a variety of development projects submitted to the City, including technical reviews of parcel maps, tract maps, certificates of compliance, certificates of correction, lot line adjustments, and lot mergers.
• Daren Raskin, PE, CBO, has served as Plans Examiner responsible for plan reviews of residential, commercial, and industrial developments for the City of San Bernardino and County of San Bernardino. • Christopher Kelley, PE, QSD/P, has provided on-call civil engineering and building and safety services to the City of San Bernardino.
• Ross Khiabani, PE, GE, has provided geotechnical guidance involving critical and time-sensitive design revisions and special inspections in support of high-end hillside developments in the City • Jeff Lau, TE and John Hidalgo, ASLA, have provided oversight on their respective specialties of Traffic Engineering and Landscape Architecture for plans examinations activities related to ongoing private development.
Willdan has provided staff augmentation services to the City of San Bernardino, demonstrating our understanding of City processes, standards, and requirements. Our familiarity with San Bernardino County development standards, regional development patterns, and local engineering requirements positions Willdan to provide seamless, efficient services that align with the City's expectations and regulatory framework.
See Section c. Previous Involvement with the City of San Bernardino for more detail. 6b. Project Specific Experience
i. Three Most Relevant Service Contracts Held Within Last Five Years Most Relevant Service Contract 1:
City of Rialto - On-Call Professional Engineering Plan Checking Services Info Requested Willdan Project Information
a. Role of Firm: Providing on-call engineering plan check services b. Dollar value of the
services
Services provided on an as-needed basis with compensation based on hourly rates and scope of review
c. Dollar value of the fee $360,000
d. Description of services Willdan provides comprehensive on-call professional engineering plan checking services for the City of Rialto, reviewing development projects for compliance with City standards and regulations. Services include review of grading plans, street improvements, storm drain plans, hydrology/hydraulic calculations, public improvement plans, and water quality management plans. The firm reviews subdivision maps, infrastructure plans, and technical reports to ensure On-Call Professional Engineering and Plan Check
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conformance with City-accepted standards, California regulations, and accepted engineering practices.
e. Staffing Feldronio Esperanza, PE conducts grading and drainage plan review; Jeffrey Lau, PE, TE performs traffic plan review; Chris Stone, PE, CFM handles hydrology and hydraulics review.
f. Duration of providing
services
Services commenced in 2025 and remain ongoing
g. Relationship to client Prime Consultant
h. Contact Vicente Giron, Engineering Manager, City of Rialto, 335 West Rialto Avenue, Rialto, CA 92376, Phone: (909) 820-8045
Most Relevant Service Contract 2:
County of Orange - On-Call Land Development Expedited Processing Services Info Requested Willdan Project Information
a. Role of Firm: Prime Consultant providing expedited plan review services b. Dollar value of the
services
Multi-year contract with services provided on task order basis c. Dollar value of the fee $200,000
d. Description of services Willdan provides plan review services to the County of Orange including review of subdivisions and infrastructure, hydrology/hydraulic calculations, public improvement plans, storm drain plans, and water quality management plans. The County has an expedited review contract for the Rancho Mission Viejo Development with strict deadlines on a condensed schedule. Services encompass grading plan review, street improvement review, drainage and water quality plan examination, and all associated studies, calculations, and reports required for proposed improvements. Reviews are performed in coordination with the County's Development Services, Building and Safety, and Special Services Departments.
e. Staffing Feldronio Esperanza, PE provides project management for hydrology and grading reviews
f. Duration of providing
services
Services have been provided since 2010 and remain active g. Relationship to client Prime Consultant
h. Contact Bea Bea Jimenez, Division Manager-Land Development, County of Orange, 601 North Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701, Phone: (714) 667-8800.
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City of Jurupa Valley - Professional Services for On-Call Engineering Plan Review and Technical Support Services
Info Requested Willdan Project Information
a. Role of Firm: Providing on-call engineering and land development plan review b. Dollar value of the
services
Services provided on hourly rate basis with fees varying by discipline and task complexity
c. Dollar value of the fee $200,000
d. Description of services Willdan provides on-call engineering and land development plan review services, including review of plans submitted for subdivision improvements, commercial developments, and infrastructure improvements. Services encompass review of grading and erosion control plans, street improvements, storm water disposal plans, hydrology/hydraulics reports, water and sewer improvement plans, street improvement plans, signing and striping plans, storm water pollution prevention plans (SWPPP), water quality management plans (WQMP), final map and parcel map closures, and lot line adjustments. The firm performs comprehensive reviews to ensure compliance with City standards, County design manuals, drainage area management plans, and applicable regulations.
e. Staffing Jeffrey Lau, PE, TE conducts traffic plan review; Chris Stone, CFPM provides NPDES water quality and stormwater review.
f. Duration of providing
services
Services commenced in 2025
g. Relationship to client Prime Consultant
h. Contact Paul Toor, PE, Director of Public Works/City Engineer, City of Jurupa Valley, 8930 Limonite Avenue, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
ii. If Any of the Following Has Occurred
a. Failure to enter into a contract or professional services agreement once selected:
Willdan has not failed to enter into a contract or professional services agreement once selected. b. Withdrawal of a proposal as a result of an error.
Willdan has not withdrawn a proposal as a result of an error. c. Termination or failure to complete a contract.
d. Debarment by any municipal, county, state, federal or local agency.
Willdan has not been debarred by any municipal, county, state, federal or local agency. e. Involvement in litigation:
From time to time, Willdan has litigation or arbitration involving workers compensation, auto liability and other liability claims in the last 5 years, but none of them have resulted in any termination of a contract or materially impacted our performance on any contracts or materially impacted us in any way. f. Falsification of information or submission of deceptive or fraudulent statements in connection with a contract.
Willdan has not falsified information or submitted deceptive or fraudulent statements in connection with a contract.
g. Willful disregard for applicable rules, laws or regulations.
Willdan does not disregard applicable rules, laws, or regulations.
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i. In-House Resources
Willdan possesses comprehensive in-house technical resources specifically relevant to municipal engineering, plan checking, and development review services. The firm is fully capable and equipped with current state-of-the-art hardware and software, including AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, GIS systems, and specialized engineering applications. Willdan is recognized throughout the industry as a leader in electronic plan review, having developed an electronic plan review system more than 20 years ago and remaining at the forefront of electronic plan review software usage. The firm is proficient in the use of Bluebeam and other software programs required to perform electronic reviews efficiently and accurately.
ii. Ability to Draw Upon Multi-Disciplinary Staff
Willdan's ability to draw upon multi-disciplinary staff addresses the comprehensive range of services requested in this RFP through a team of more than 1,800 employees, including licensed engineers, program and construction managers, planners, and other skilled professionals operating from 50+ offices nationwide. The firm's corporate- wide capabilities encompass civil and structural engineering, land planning, geology and geotechnical engineering, environmental health and safety, surveying and mapping, landscape architecture, traffic engineering, and municipal financing.
7. Proposed Method to
Accomplish the Work
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7.1 Approach
Willdan's approach to providing on-call professional engineering and plan check services for the City of San Bernardino is built on decades of experience delivering municipal engineering services to California communities.
Our methodology prioritizes timely development review without compromising accuracy, supported by a dedicated team of licensed professionals who understand the technical requirements and regulatory framework governing land development in San Bernardino County.
Project Management Framework. William Galvez, PE will serve as Project Manager, supported by Principal-in- Charge Jonathan Mitchell. This dual-oversight structure ensures both day-to-day responsiveness and strategic program management. Galvez's extensive municipal experience includes serving as Public Works Director/City Engineer for multiple Southern California cities, where he administered capital improvement programs ranging from $10 million to $50 million and managed technical staff of up to 60 employees. Mitchell brings proven capability in managing on-call contracts involving multiple project types including development review, plan review, and inspection services across various agencies.
Quality Assurance and Review Timelines. Willdan's approach emphasizes accountability in quality through internal Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures throughout the project lifecycle. Our QA/QC involves design checkpoints that go through a minimum of two stages of internal review before plans are submitted to the City for review and approval. This methodology ensures that review comments are clear, consistent, and delivered within established timelines. The team will maintain project check-in meetings on a bi- weekly or monthly basis to ensure continuous alignment and progress transparency.
7.2 Draft First Year Schedule of Tasks, Milestones, and Deliverables Willdan will establish and maintain a milestone-driven project schedule utilizing MS Project format that incorporates design milestones, approvals, and reporting timelines. The proposed first year schedule includes the following key tasks and milestones:
Month 1: Project Initiation and Mobilization
Kickoff meeting with City staff to review scope, goals, and review timelines Establishment of communication protocols and contact procedures Request and review of City design standards, specifications, and plan review guidelines Setup of shared project folders and action item logs
Establishment of bi-weekly or monthly progress check-in meeting schedule Development of initial project schedule with review timelines Months 1-3: Process Implementation and Staff Training
Review of City standards, specifications, ordinances, and policies Coordination with City Planning, Building & Safety, Public Works, and Water Department staff Development of plan check comment format and review procedures Training sessions with City staff on submittal requirements and review processes Establishment of quality control checkpoints and review stages On-Call Professional Engineering and Plan Check
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On-call plan check services for development engineering review Engineering plan check services for grading, street improvements, storm drains, and utilities Hydrology and hydraulics review and stormwater compliance review Subdivision map review and survey coordination
Traffic plan review and transportation impact assessment Structural review and geotechnical plan review
Cost estimates and bond calculations for approved projects On-site development inspection services as requested
Permit technician services and staff augmentation as needed Monthly Deliverables Throughout Year One
Bi-weekly or monthly progress check-in meetings with City staff Monthly progress reports summarizing past month's task status, ongoing work, upcoming work, and budget summary
Plan check review comments within established City timelines (typically first check within 10-15 business days)
Second and third check reviews as necessary within expedited timelines Monthly invoicing with detailed task descriptions and hours Quarterly Milestones
Quarterly performance reviews with City staff
Quarterly assessment of workload patterns and staffing adjustments Quarterly evaluation of review timelines and process improvements Quarterly updates to procedures based on changing regulations or City requirements Routine Plan Examination Services
Perform and complete 1st round of plans examination within 15 working days of submittal Perform and complete 2nd and subsequent rounds of plans examination within 10 working days QA/QC interaction with applicant engineers (as needed) with documented accounting Project Assignments for Tasks 1-10 Scope of Services
The following are sample work scopes that Willdan is ready to perform, as assigned, for each of the 10 Tasks listed in the Scope of Services RFP. Notwithstanding, our Program Manager will meet with City staff and other stakeholders to confirm the City’s priorities, timelines, and project goals. At that time, a specific scope and schedule will be determined for each individual non-routine assignment. All work will be performed under the supervision of California licensed civil, traffic, and geotechnical engineers; geologists; land surveyors; and landscape architects.
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42 Task 1 Development Engineering Review
Willdan proposes William Galvez, PE, as Land Development Program Manager, and to be at City Hall on a routine basis for an agreed-upon number of hours per week. Based upon the City’s needs, routine hours at the City by Mr.
Galvez are flexible and can be adjusted to various combinations to balance coverage of work as well as budgetary considerations. He will be available on an as-needed basis in addition to routinely scheduled City office hours.
Additionally, Willdan has the capability of performing many QA/QC functions for Land Development Plan Checking activities on a remote basis, therefore time sensitive projects would not suffer delays. Based on the specific assignment, the following procedures would be modified as needed:
1. Understand all issues related to specific projects. Work closely with City staff to coordinate specific tasks and provide appropriate input when needed.
2. Provide engineering review and comment on assigned land development proposals, working closely with the Planning and Engineering staff.
3. Coordinate all aspects of land development review and processing with the appropriate technical staff resulting in comprehensive project review, conditioning, approval, inspection and acceptance from a public works and engineering perspective.
4. Make necessary contacts with private developers, other public agencies, and other City departments on an as- needed basis.
5. Research available records at the City, make field reviews as appropriate, and hold discussions with City staff.
6. Continually review the events of the day or review period, schedule follow-up efforts by City staff, and establish a preliminary to do list.
7. Fully implement all City policies, procedures, ordinances, and project conditions.
8. Provide high level communication with the City’s Public Works regarding project status and deliverables on agreed timelines, including attendance at regularly scheduled development plan review meetings.
9. Recommend procedures to improve consistent delivery of high-quality developments that enhance the surrounding community to the maximum extent practical.
Task 2 Engineering Plan Check Services
Grading Plans
1. Verify submittal package for completeness, including the grading plan, drainage report, soil report, and the engineer’s cost estimate.
2. Initialize grading plan checklist or a custom version based on City’s format to ensure drainage design policies are met.
3. Review site plan for strict conformance with ADA paths of travel, slopes, and landings.
4. Evaluate drainage report and plan for compliance with City drainage design policies and stormwater management requirements.
5. Confirm that the proposed elevations, slopes, and earthwork volumes align with City grading requirements, manuals, limits and geotechnical recommendations.
6. Perform a detailed markup of the plans to clearly identify required corrections, missing data, design errors, and technical discrepancies.
7. Evaluate the engineer’s construction cost estimate for accuracy and consistency with the proposed physical work.
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43 8. Determine the final recommended project performance bond amount and applicable permit fees based on the verified estimate.
9. Coordinate with the plan’s examination team a review of resubmitted plans, ensuring all previous comments and code requirements are addressed.
10. Formally certify that the plans are compliant with City codes and requirements, that the plans are ready for final review and City Engineer approval, and that the plans are ready for and a contractor to secure permit issuance.
Water Quality Management Plans
1. Confirm the submittal qualifies as "New Development" or "Significant Redevelopment" to establish the specific level of regulatory scrutiny required.
2. If appropriate, review and ensure Low Impact Development (LID) principles such as infiltration, harvest and use, or biotreatment are integrated to the "maximum extent practicable.”
3. Evaluate the proposed treatment control BMPs to ensure they effectively target and reduce the specific pollutants of concern for the local receiving waters.
4. Review preliminary and/or final WQMP and ensure all forms and threshold triggers accurately identify programs or systems required for implementation.
5. Audit the engineer’s calculations to confirm the post-construction stormwater management plan (SUSMP/WQMP) accurately captures and treats the required design storm volume.
6. Cross-reference the WQMP submittal against current Federal, State, and local municipal stormwater permits (MS4) to ensure all legal mandates are satisfied.
7. Cross-check the WQMP with the associated Grading Plan to ensure structural devices match the layout and site design grades and formally certify that the final report is compliant with City codes and requirements.
Geotechnical Reviews (As Needed)
Willdan is prepared to perform as-needed geotechnical reviews on sites where retaining walls or earth structures are supported or where slope instability issues are present. Geotechnical reviews could include:
1. Geologic Hazard and Slope Stability Validation - Verify that the plans address any mapped landslides or zones of soil instability. Review factors of safety for slope stability with static and seismic conditions and ensure the proposed grading does not exacerbate existing instability.
2. Retaining Wall Parameter Verification - Confirms that the lateral earth pressures used in the wall calculation/design match the values recommended in the project’s geotechnical report. Verify global stability of the wall system including the potential for deep-seated failure is analyzed and found to be adequate.
3. Remedial Grading and Earthwork Oversight - Sites with unstable soil require review of the remedial grading recommendations such as the removal of soft or compressible soils and their replacement with engineered fill.
Ensure grading plans show the limits and depths of these removals.
4. Review of Subdrainage and Hydrostatic Mitigation - Check that the grading plan includes a subdrainage system as recommended in soils reports. Verify that these systems are properly designed to prevent the buildup of hydrostatic pressure behind retaining walls, which is a common cause of wall failure.
5. Consistency and Plan Signature Verification - Verify all geotechnical recommendations have been correctly incorporated into the civil drawings, and that appropriate mitigation measures outlined in geotechnical/ geological reports are included.
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44 Street Improvement Plans
1. Check street improvement plans for compliance with City conditions of approval and ensure plans reflect all required improvements as shown on the approved tentative map and in the subdivision resolution.
2. Check for compliance with general design criteria established by the City standards for streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, streetlights, drive approaches, storm drain and flood control systems, underground utilities, traffic signals, and signing and striping.
3. Ensure coordination of the street improvement plans with associated plans including grading plans, storm drain and utility plans, landscape plans, right or way mapping, and property lines and that all plans conform with street and other public improvements.
4. Check street improvement plans and plans against easement documents, record maps, and right-of-way documents; determine need for permanent easements, additional right-of-way, or temporary easements.
5. Review general notes, title block, signature block, benchmark data, quantities, unit costs, vicinity map, index map, Underground Service Alert notation, and other general requirements.
6. Check data shown on plans for consistency with previously approved plans and the record map, including stationing and alignment.
7. Review proposed improvements for constructability; require redesign of any proposed improvement when the plans propose a situation where the improvement is not buildable, conflicts with an existing improvement, creates a public hazard or nuisance, creates a maintenance problem, creates a potentially unsafe condition, or will not function due to an inadequate level of engineering.
8. Check for accuracy of design and fit with existing improvements and underground utilities.
9. Point out conflicts, mistakes, inaccuracies, and omissions on the plans.
10. Check horizontal and vertical sight distance based on appropriate design speed.
11. Review pavement design for consistency with the recommendations of the geotechnical reports.
12. Review any special conditions anticipated during construction such as street closures, protection of existing utilities, etc.
13. Perform a detailed markup of the plans to clearly identify required corrections, missing data, design errors, and technical discrepancies.
14. Evaluate the engineer’s construction cost estimate for accuracy and consistency with the proposed physical work.
15. Determine the final recommended project performance bond amount and applicable permit fees based on the verified estimate.
16. Coordinate with the plan’s examination team review of resubmitted plans, ensuring all previous comments and code requirements are addressed.
17. Formally certify that the plans are compliant with City codes and requirements, that the plans are ready for final review and City Engineer approval, and that the plans are ready for and a contractor to secure permit issuance.
Signing and Striping, Street Lighting, and Construction Traffic Control Plans, Traffic Signal Plans
1. Check design plans for compliance with general design criteria established by the City standards for traffic signals, signing and striping, and streetlights.
2. Check design plans for compliance with City and/or County standards, Caltrans standard plans, and California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD).
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45 3. Check design plans to ensure all improvements are shown as required by the City’s conditions of approval for the pro-posed development project and general plan requirements.
4. Review the proposed improvements for constructability; require redesign of any proposed improvement when the plans propose a situation where the improvement is not buildable, conflicts with an existing improvement, creates a public hazard, creates a potentially unsafe condition, or will not function due to an inadequate level of engineering.
5. Review general notes, construction notes, and legends on all plan sheets.
6. Check for accuracy of design and fit with existing improvements and underground utilities.
7. Point out conflicts, mistakes, inaccuracies, and omissions on the plans.
8. Check horizontal and vertical sight distance based on appropriate design speed.
9. Review plans for any special conditions, which could be anticipated during construction such as street closures, protection of existing utilities, etc.
10. For traffic control and detour plans, check proper placement and spacing of traffic control equipment, adequate transition and taper lengths, pedestrian and bicycle access, working hours, correct sign designations, driveway access, and turn restrictions.
Sewer and Water Improvements Plans (As Needed)
1. Review general notes, title block, signature block, benchmark data, quantities, unit costs, and other requirements.
2. Check plans for compliance with general design criteria established by the City standards.
3. Check compliance of all required improvements as shown on the approved tentative map and subdivision resolution.
4. Check data shown on plans for consistency with previously approved plans and the record map.
5. Review available sewer study against the sewer improvement plans, including capacities, minimum slopes, geometry, manhole spacing, pipe size and types.
6. Review proposed sewer plans for conformance with City's approved master plan of sewers.
7. Review the proposed improvements for constructability; require redesign of any proposed improvement when the plans propose a situation where the improvement is not buildable, conflicts with an existing improvement, creates a public hazard or unsafe condition, creates a maintenance problem, or will not function due to an inadequate level of engineering.
8. Check for accuracy of design and fit with existing improvements and underground utilities.
9. Point out conflicts, mistakes, inaccuracies, and omissions.
10. Check stationing and alignments of the sewer improvements for agreement with the record map and record data.
11. Review plans for any special conditions anticipated during construction such as street closures, protection of existing utilities, etc.
12. Ensure proper clearance between water and sewer lines.
Landscaping and Irrigation Plans
1. Review plans are compliant with the landscape scheme and planting palette approved by the Planning department.
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46 2. Ensure the irrigation system supports the landscape plans. Verify compliance with sound landscaping practices such as planting palette suitability and placement, irrigation design, and constructability.
3. Irrigation System Efficiency – Check for matched precipitation rates and proper head-to-head coverage to prevent runoff. Verify inclusion of mandatory hardware like weather-based controllers and rain sensors.
4. Plant Selection and Invasiveness - Cross-check the plant list against invasive species databases and local prohibited lists. Ensure that "right plant, right place" principles are followed, such as avoiding high- maintenance trees under power lines or near public water mains. Prevent incompatibility of plants, shrubs, trees, particularly with the site’s existing improvements, underground utilities, and overhead wires.
5. Ensure Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) Compliance – Verify Maximum Applied Water Allowance (MAWA) calculations to ensure the estimated water use does not exceed the budget established by state or local law.
6. Hydrazone Grouping - Ensure plants with similar water needs are grouped together on the same irrigation valve to prevent over-watering low-water plants or under-watering high-water ones.
7. Sight Distance and Public Safety – Review plants/shrubs near street intersections or driveway entrances meet "sight triangle" requirements. Checks that mature plant heights will not obstruct the view of motorists, pedestrians, or cyclists. Confirm there are no drainage impacts to downstream properties. Review conflicts between planting material and other physical features such as utilities, bio-swales, and detention areas, and account for general landscape design for elements such as walkways, walls and fences, lighting, water features, and site furniture.
8. Soil Management and Mulching - Confirms that a soil analysis report was completed and that its recommendations for amendments are reflected in the specifications. Also verify that a minimum mulch layer (usually 3 inches) is applied to reduce evaporation.
Task 3 Hydrology and Hydraulics Review
Hydrology/Hydraulics Reports and Storm Drain Plans
1. Check report for compliance with City and County standards and design guidelines, conditions of approval, and subdivision requirements.
2. Review hydrology/hydraulic (H/H) study against the storm drain plans, including street capacities, HGLs, velocities, inlet or outlet control, and other hydraulic factors. Check plans for conformance and compatibility.
3. Check for any diversion of flows from their historic patterns and for any adverse effect of drainage on downstream properties.
4. Review general notes, title block, signature block, benchmark data, quantities, unit costs, vicinity map, index map, and other general requirements.
5. Check plans for compliance with general design criteria established by the City standards for streets, curbs, gutters, storm drain and flood control systems, and underground wet utilities.
6. Check to ensure that plans reflect all required improvements as shown in the approved subdivision and conditions of approval.
7. Check data shown on plans for consistency with previously approved plans and the record map.
8. Review proposed storm drain plans for conformance with City's approved master plan of drainage.
9. Review proposed improvements for constructability; require redesign of any proposed improvement when the plans propose a situation where the improvement is not buildable, conflicts with an existing improvement, creates a public hazard or nuisance, creates a maintenance problem, creates a potentially unsafe condition, or will not function due to an inadequate level of engineering.
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47 10. Check for accuracy of design and fit with existing improvements and underground utilities.
11. Point out conflicts, mistakes, inaccuracies, and omissions on the plans.
12. Check stationing and alignments of the storm drain improvements for agreement with the record map and record data.
13. Review plans for any special conditions which could be anticipated during construction such as street closures, protection of existing utilities, etc.
Task 4 Stormwater Compliance Review
Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans/Local Stormwater Pollution Control Plans
1. Analyze the total disturbed soil area to confirm if the project requires a full Construction General Permit (SWPPP) or a local Stormwater Pollution Control Plan.
2. Confirm that projects disturbing one acre or more (including those within a "larger common plan of development") have obtained or applied for coverage under the State Construction General Permit.
3. Review the proposed plan to ensure it identifies all potential pollutants related to clearing, grading, stockpiling, or excavation and provides effective mitigation measures.
4. Evaluate the site-specific Best Management Practices (BMPs) and erosion control maps to ensure they are sufficient to protect downstream facilities and receiving waters.
5. Verify that the project scope does not fall under "regular maintenance" and that all non-exempt activities are fully addressed in the stormwater documentation.
6. Issue a final recommendation for construction permit approval once the documents demonstrate full compliance with local and state stormwater regulations.
Erosion and Sediment Control Plans
Willdan staff have experience with preparation of erosion and sediment control plans for associated grading and drainage improvement plans, and therefore we have staff with working knowledge of the design requirements and implementation of appropriate BMPs selection and design. Erosion and Sediment Control Plans reviews would include:
1. Review associated erosion and sediment control plans in accordance with City, County and State Regional Water Quality Control Board requirements.
2. Confirm best management practices are applied during construction for compliance and appropriateness.
Task 5 Subdivision Map Review
Tract/Parcel Maps, Lot Mergers, Lot Line Adjustments, Legal Descriptions, Easements, Surveys The survey services for subdivision review ensure maps are technically accurate, legally compliant, and consistent with previous approvals before it is recorded. To a lesser degree, similar steps are made for lot line adjustment/mergers. Essential steps in this review process include:
1. Substantial Conformity Check - Verify that the final map is in substantial conformity with the previously approved tentative map and all its associated conditions. Any significant deviations may require additional approvals from planning.
2. Technical Mathematical Verification – review/confirm closure calculations to ensure the mathematical accuracy of the map data. This includes verifying bearings, distances, and curve data for all lot lines, street centerlines, and boundaries.
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48 3. Title and Boundary Review - Thorough examination of a preliminary title report is required to confirm the legal description of the boundary and to identify all existing easements of record. Ensure easements are correctly depicted and do not conflict with the proposed subdivision layout.
4. Monumentation and Field Survey Inspection - Confirm that a physical survey was conducted and that permanent monumentation (such as iron pipes or brass caps) is either set at tract boundaries or guaranteed by a bond.
5. Compliance with the Subdivision Map Act - Reviews the map for adherence to the California Subdivision Map Act and local ordinances. This includes checking formatting requirements like sheet size, legibility, and the presence of necessary certificates (Owner’s Statement, Surveyor’s Statement).
6. Final Certification and Transmittal - Once a map is found to be technically correct and all department conditions are met, the Surveyor and City Engineer signs and stamps the map. Final Tract maps are arranged with City staff to be transmitted to the City Council for final approval before release to the County Recorder.
Task 6 Structural Review
Willdan is prepared to provide structural reviews of design and plans for retaining walls and other structures not directly supporting buildings facilities as those reviews are the responsibility of the Building and Safety department.
1. Geotechnical Parameter Verification - Reviews the project's geotechnical report to confirm that the wall design uses site-specific soil parameters. This includes verifying the soil unit weight, internal friction angle, and allowable bearing capacity against the assumptions in the structural calculations.
2. Stability Analysis Review – Check calculations for resistance against three primary failure modes: overturning, sliding, and bearing capacity failure. Ensure the design meets required factors of safety for overturning and sliding, and accounts for any surcharges from uphill slopes, buildings, or vehicle traffic.
3. Drainage and Hydrostatic Pressure Check - Verify that the plans include subdrainage systems, such as perforated pipes, filter fabric, and gravel backfill. If a subdrain is not provided, the wall must be reviewed to ensure it is designed to withstand full hydrostatic (water) pressure.
4. Structural Detailing and Material Specifications – Examine the reinforcement layout, footing dimensions, and material strengths, and ensure design are consistent between the structural sheets and the cross-sections and grades shown on the grading plan.
Task 7 Cost Estimates and Bond Calculations
All plans including Grading Plans, Street Improvement Plans (which may combine or have separate Signing and Striping, Street Lighting, and Traffic Signal Plans), Utility Plans, and Landscape Plans are required to submit corresponding cost estimates.
1. Check to ensure use of the City standard templates corresponding to each improvement category for consistency of construction line items and verify standard line items are used and that standard unit pricing is applied.
2. Note and highlight line items that are special and recommend if they’re acceptable and if the pricing is reasonable.
3. Compare the cost estimate against the summary of construction notes and quantities and ensure there is a high degree of matching line items. Use of the city’s standard cost template on the plans additionally assures plans consistency across separate projects.
4. Determine the final recommended project performance bond amount and applicable permit fees based on the verified estimate using the standard City percentages on bonding amounts for performance bonds, labor and material bonds, and private bonds for grading (City risk).
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49 5. Coordinate across the plan’s examination team a review of resubmitted plans, ensuring all previous comments and code requirements are addressed.
Task 8 Staff Augmentation Services
Staff augmentation services would work similarly to Development Engineering Review. The staffing resource needs would be mutually identified and agreed upon by Willdan and the City, and Willdan staff or teams would be assigned tasks and would commit to a specific level of effort to perform the work. This includes a routine or agreed-upon number of hours per week. Based upon the City’s needs, routine hours at the City by selected staff would be established to balance work coverage as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, Willdan has the capability of performing many QA/QC functions for Land Development related activities on a remote basis, therefore time sensitive projects could be accelerated. Based on the specific assignment, the following procedures would be modified as needed:
1. Understand all issues related to specific projects Work closely with City staff to coordinate specific tasks and provide appropriate input when needed.
2. Provide engineering review and comment on assigned land development proposals, working closely with the Planning and Engineering staff.
3. Coordinate all aspects of land development review and processing with the appropriate technical staff resulting in comprehensive project review, conditioning, approval, inspection and acceptance from a public works and engineering perspective.
4. Make necessary contacts with private developers, other public agencies, and other City departments on an as- needed basis.
5. Research available records at the City, make field reviews as appropriate, and hold discussions with City staff.
6. Continually review the events of the day or review period, schedule follow-up efforts by City staff, and establish a preliminary to do list.
7. Fully implement all City policies, procedures, ordinances, and project conditions.
Task 9 Permit Technician Services
The Permit Technician Services follow the above Task for Staff Augmentation. Upon notification of the City’s need for these services, Willdan Management (Jonathan Mitchell) would provide the City with Willdan-employed staff names and resumes for the City’s consideration to fulfill this in-office need. Should the City desire, the Willdan candidate(s) would be scheduled for an interview by the City to ensure compatibility and fit with the assignment.
Ultimately, a mutual agreement would be reached on the specific assigned tasks and a corresponding level of effort to perform the work, including routine or agreed-upon number of hours per week.
Task 10 On Site Development Inspection Services (Private Improvements) As Needed Similar to the above Permit Technician Services, the On-Site Development Inspection Services would be a need identified by the City. Upon notification of the City’s need for these services, Willdan Management (Jonathan Mitchell) would provide the City with Willdan-employed staff names and resumes available for the City’s consideration to fulfill these field inspection needs. Should the City desire, the Willdan candidate(s) would be scheduled for an interview by the City to ensure compatibility and fit with the assignment. Ultimately, a mutual agreement would be reached on the specific assigned tasks and a corresponding level of effort to perform the work. For these types of inspection services, Willdan has the capability of performing these types of services on an on-call basis for relatively short durations of time since that would follow the nature of private development construction.
8. Fee Proposal
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51 9. Insurance
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53 10. Litigation
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54 10. Litigation
From time to time, Willdan has litigation or arbitration involving workers compensation, auto liability and other liability claims in the last 5 years, but none of them have resulted in any termination of a contract or materially impacted our performance on any contracts or materially impacted us in any way.
11. Other Information
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11a. Demonstrated Record of Efficient Staffing and On-Time, On- Budget Project Completion
Willdan Engineering has established a proven track record of staffing tasks efficiently and delivering municipal engineering and plan check services on time and within allocated budgets. The firm's project control system integrates progress reporting, manhour control, schedule control, and cost control to ensure consistent performance across all assignments.
Willdan's project control system is designed to provide a coordinated effort between all project task facets in the framework of a pre-established master schedule, budget controls, and reporting system. This framework will support our project managers and enables him to control costs and provide accurate and timely invoices through internal control measures; to monitor and stay within budget; to monitor schedules and review times and complete projects within the proposed time frames, as described on the fol lowing page. Our project controls provide an objective measure of performance – integrating the elements described below.
Quality Assurance and Control: Quality assurance and control procedures are critical to ensuring sound engineering practices and quality deliverables are produced for our clients. Project -specific quality assurance/control activities will be planned at the beginning of each awarded task assign ment. Typical quality assurance/control activities include assigning the appropriate technical staff to the project, selecting the proper project technical approach, establishing a project schedule that meets City and internal Willdan deadlines, and determining the proper level of quality assurance/control review. These project deliverables review levels are:
As Quality Assurance Manager for the City's contract, Jonathan Mitchell, PE, will oversee the quality assurance and quality control protocols by assigning a senior staff member experienced in the required disciplines to oversee the implementation of project- specific quality assurance/control activities. This senior staff member will report directly to Mr. Peter but will work closely with the Project Manager to monitor and adjust the project quality assurance/control activities to ensure project objectives are met.
Budget Control: Aligned with the work breakdown structure, the budget becomes the control against which performance is measured. Actual costs are compared with budgeted costs and variances analyzed.
Deviations between planned and actual cost can then be evaluated to fore cast and control future work.
Project hours are assigned to the appropriate tasks and subtasks and booked as work -in-process. Pre-bill reports identify the hours to be billed along with any other direct charges to the project to determine each month's invoicing.
Schedule Control: A critical path method master schedule identifies major items of work and is used for monitoring, controlling, and tracking progress. Updated monthly to reflect actual and forecasted completions, the schedule guides Task Leads as they anticipate and forecast potential issues and develop an advanced strategy to proactively mitigate problems before they impact the schedule. If a project falls behind schedule, Task Leads meet with the respective team members, identify the problem, and ensure that extra support and effort are expended to bring the project back on schedule. Willdan will keep City staff informed of the overall schedule, including advanced notification of any necessary adjustments or actions to remain on track.
Level 1:
Peer Review
Only
Level 2:
Peer Review and
Editorial Review
(Documents)
Level 3:
Peer Review, Editorial
Review, Professional
Engineer Review
Level 4:
All Elemints of Level 3 Plus
Additional Review by
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56 11b. Community Involvement and Professional Engagement Willdan maintains active involvement in professional associations and civic organizations that demonstrate commitment to the communities served. The firm's understanding of public agency needs and issues is unique in the industry, with a significant portion of staff having served in public agency management positions prior to joining Willdan. Willdan has had numerous assignments with over 96% of the cities and counties in California for building officials, city engineers, county engineers, planning directors, traffic engineers, and other public agency staff members.
11c. Previous Involvement with the City of San Bernardino Willdan has established professional relationships with the City of San Bernardino through multiple service agreements for over 20 years. The firm has provided on-call plan checking services for the City, delivering survey plan checking services for a variety of development projects submitted to the City of San Bernardino. Willdan has provided on-call services for technical reviews of parcel maps, tract maps, certificates of compliance, certificates of correction, lot line adjustments, and lot mergers.
Willdan has provided comprehensive engineering and infrastructure support services for the City of San Bernardino, supporting a wide range of municipal and transportation initiatives. Representative projects include the 4th Street Angled Parking Project, Pavement Rehabilitation at 14 Locations, Traffic Signal Improvements at I- 210 Freeway and Waterman Avenue, and the 28th Street Traffic Calming Project.
Additional services have included on-call traffic engineering services, engineering and traffic surveys, storm drain improvements along H Street, and construction observation and plan check services. Through these projects, Willdan has assisted the City in improving roadway safety, traffic operations, and public infrastructure while providing reliable technical support and staff augmentation across multiple departments.
A few recent projects are shown in the table below.
Client / Dates Service Provided
City of San Bernardino
290 North D Street
San Bernardino, CA 92401
2025– Dec 2026
28th Street Traffic Calming
Willdan designed traffic calming measures on 28th Street between H Street and Waterman Avenue in the City. The City would like to construct six short raised medians angled along the centerline, six bulb outs, three traffic circles, and six chicanes or short raised median designs between G Street and E Street.
In addition, Willdan evaluated the rest of the project limits and recommended an additional three traffic circles on 28th Street at Genevieve Street, Pershing Avenue, and D Street, and two short raised median designs at Stoddard Avenue and Crescent Avenue. As part of the project, Willdan is providing utility coordination, design survey, and engineering support during construction.
City of San Bernardino
290 North D Street
San Bernardino, CA 92401
2025– Nov 2026
New Traffic Signal—Hunts Lane at Harwick Drive/Stewart Street Providing professional traffic engineering design services for the proposed traffic signal installation at the intersection of Hunts Lane and Harwick Drive/Stewart Street.
City of San Bernardino
290 North D Street
San Bernardino, CA 92401
Waterman Avenue Landscape Design Services
Willdan provides construction drawings, specifications, and estimates for landscape parkway improvements along Waterman Avenue.
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57 Client / Dates Service Provided
Mar 2026– Aug 2027
City of San Bernardino
290 North D Street
San Bernardino, CA 92401
2013 – Present
Land Development Plan Review Services
Willdan provides professional plan review services to the City of San Bernardino for projects submitted to the City for permitting. Projects typically include technical drainage studies, water quality management plans, civil improvement plans, and utility infrastructure plans. Documents are reviewed to ensure compliance with the policies and procedures of the City, County, State and Federal agencies. Projects typically include a technical drainage study, grading plans, and street plan/profile and storm drain plans as well as sewer and water infrastructure plans. As the City/County has strict stormwater management policies, many project sites include detention/retention basins and underground stormwater storage chambers.
County of San Bernardino
268 W. Hospitality Lane, Suite
300
San Bernardino, CA, 92415-0185
2023 – Present
Code Enforcement
Willdan provides staff augmentation, as-needed general Code Enforcement Services, and short-term rentals.
11d. Conflicts of Interest Statement
Willdan certifies that it has no conflicts of interest in connection with providing the on-call professional engineering and plan check services to the City of San Bernardino. The firm has evaluated and caused its employees to evaluate any potential conflict of interests, and no such conflicts exist.
12. Certification of Proposal
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13. Appendices
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59 13. Appendices
Jonathan Mitchell, PE
William Galvez, PE
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60 Adel Freij, PE
Feldronio Esperanza, PE
Jeffrey Lau, PE, TE, ENV SP
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61 Chris O. Stone, PE, CFM
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62 Jason Stiller, PLS
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63 Ross Khiabani, PE, GE
Daren Raskin, PE, CBO
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64 Christopher Kelley, PE, QSD/P
John Hidalgo, ASLA
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65 Chris Saed, CE
650 E. Hospitality Lane, Suite 400
San Bernardino, CA 92408-3586
909.386.0200
www.willdan.com