Athletic Field Turf Renovation and Hydroseeding

The City of Pasadena, through the Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, is soliciting bids for the renovation and hydroseeding of approximately seven acres of natural turf athletic fields at Victory Park. The project involves a comprehensive scope of work including preconstruction irrigation inspections, gopher mitigation, and soil processing to a minimum depth of eight inches to eliminate compaction. The goal is to establish a safe, durable, and properly graded athletic field. The anticipated start date is November 30, 2026, with a strict requirement that all initial renovation, grading, and hydroseeding be completed within 14 calendar days. The contract will be awarded to the lowest and best bidder, with evaluation factors extending beyond price to include material quality, bidder capability, financial resources, and past performance. To be considered responsive, bidders must provide pricing for every line item and possess a valid California Contractors State License Board C-27 Landscaping Contractor license. Submissions must be made via the City's eProcurement Portal by November 20, 2026. Key compliance requirements include adherence to State of California prevailing wage rates, CAL/OSHA safety standards for confined spaces, and ADA accessibility guidelines. Additionally, the successful bidder must provide a 5% electronic bid bond and maintain an active registration with SAM.gov.