Whatcom County RFQ #26-09 Professional Services for: On-call Construction Materials Testing and Inspection Whatcom County Public Works solicits statements of qualifications for professional services to perform on-call construction materials testing and materials inspection, as further described in the solicitation documents. Additional information, including how to obtain the full solicitation at no charge, is noted on the County website https://www.co.whatcom.wa.us/Bids.aspx or call Purchasing at (360) 778-5330. The deadline for responses is 2:30 PM, Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Equal Opportunity Employment – All prospective consultants will be held to Federal Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements. The successful consultant shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The consultant shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 in the award and administration of USDOT-assisted contracts. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information – Whatcom County in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. Title VI Statement – Whatcom County, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. As required by law, the E-Verify System may be required on contracts that have Federal funding. Persons with disabilities may request this information be prepared and supplied in alternate forms by contacting Purchasing at (360) 778-5330.As required by law, the E-Verify System may be required on contracts that have Federal funding. IPL0319030 Mar 4,11 2026