Cachuma Fireside Amphitheater Renovation

The Cachuma Fireside Amphitheater Renovation project, identified as Bid #8660, involves the demolition and reconstruction of the outdoor amphitheater at the Cachuma Lake Recreation Area in Santa Barbara, California. The scope of work includes the construction of a new ADA-compliant pathway and various site improvements such as earth-moving, heavy timber construction, stone masonry veneer using Santa Barbara Sandstone, unit masonry, and the installation of interpretive learning stations. Technical requirements encompass concrete work, metal railings, unit pavers, and stabilized decomposed granite surfacing. The estimated construction cost for this project is $750,000, with a required completion date of December 31, 2026. Prospective prime contractors must possess a Class A license at the time of award and are required to attend a mandatory job walk held on August 13, 2026, to be eligible to bid. Bids must be submitted by 3:00 P.M. on August 27, 2026. The contract is subject to federal and state labor standards, specifically requiring compliance with Davis-Bacon Federal minimum wage rates and California prevailing wage rates, with the higher rate applying in cases of discrepancy. Successful bidders must provide both payment and performance bonds within 14 days of the award notification and must submit a completed Good Faith Efforts form regarding the use of small, minority, and women-owned business enterprises prior to contract award. All work must adhere to NEPA environmental commitments and OSHA safety standards.