The CIP department within San Bernardino County’s Architecture and Engineering division is responsible for planning, designing, and constructing public infrastructure that supports community well-being and recreational access. Its core mission centers on delivering durable, functional, and accessibl...
The CIP department within San Bernardino County’s Architecture and Engineering division is responsible for planning, designing, and constructing public infrastructure that supports community well-being and recreational access. Its core mission centers on delivering durable, functional, and accessible facilities—including restrooms, splash pads, snack bars, and industrial and commercial buildings—that serve the diverse needs of county residents across unincorporated areas and regional parks. Strategic priorities include modernizing aging public amenities, enhancing water and sewer infrastructure resilience, and expanding recreational access through targeted capital improvements. The agency prioritizes long-term asset sustainability, operational efficiency, and public safety in all facility upgrades.
Procurement activity reflects a focus on construction services for public infrastructure, with recurring solicitations for building construction, plumbing, and site improvements. Contracts are typically awarded through competitive sealed bidding under standard public works procurement statutes, utilizing design-bid-build delivery methods. The agency relies on qualified general contractors with demonstrated experience in civil works, prefabricated structures, and public facility renovation.
Primary procurement targets include commercial and institutional building construction, industrial building construction, water and sewer line installation, and prefabricated metal building manufacturing. Snack bar facilities indicate an emphasis on visitor services within park environments. The agency does not utilize set-asides and engages vendors broadly based on technical capability, compliance with building codes, and proven performance in public works projects.
CIP operates under San Bernardino County’s Architecture and Engineering department, serving a vast geographic footprint across unincorporated communities and regional parks. It manages capital improvement projects through formal solicitation processes, primarily using competitive bidding for construction contracts. The unit functions as a centralized procurement and project delivery arm for public infrastructure, ensuring alignment with county-wide planning objectives and environmental standards.
