Coastal Resilience Master Plan

The City of San Diego is advancing its Climate Resilient SD Plan through the Coastal Resilience Master Plan Phase 1, a service-based initiative aimed at identifying and developing nature-based solutions to mitigate the escalating risks of coastal flooding and erosion caused by sea-level rise. This project focuses on evaluating a portfolio of green and natural infrastructure—such as wetland restoration, dune reconstruction, and vegetated buffers—that deliver multiple benefits including stormwater management, flood mitigation, habitat conservation, improved water quality, increased public coastal access, and enhanced resilience for Communities of Concern. While the primary emphasis is on nature-based approaches, the plan also permits hybrid solutions that integrate limited engineered gray infrastructure components where necessary to maximize protection. The work is structured to align with the City’s General Plan policies and environmental regulations, particularly CEQA and local coastal protection mandates, ensuring that all proposed interventions meet strict ecological standards and avoid net habitat loss. The performance period is narrowly defined from May 17 to December 1, 2024, with phased execution covering land clearing, grading, drainage and utility installation, and paving activities along key coastal corridors including La Jolla Shores, Mission Beach, Ocean Beach, and Sunset Cliffs. The project is administered by the City of San Diego’s Planning Department, with oversight vested in the Environmental Designee and Project Manager to ensure compliance with the Multiple Species Conservation Program, the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Ordinance, and City Biology Guidelines. Inspection and acceptance occur on-site at the project locations, with final approval contingent upon submission and validation of the Habitat Mitigation and Monitoring Plan, along with all required environmental documentation filed with the City and County. While no formal contract value, pricing structure, or FAR-compliant contract type is specified, the procurement is categorized as a forecast with a North American Industry Classification System code of 541620 for environmental consulting services. The point of contact for inquiries is Jordan Moore, Senior Planner, and all work must adhere to the City’s Landscape Standards and broader environmental compliance frameworks. No evidence of special contract requirements, evaluation factors for award, or offeror certifications is present, indicating a streamlined procurement process centered on technical expertise and environmental alignment rather than competitive pricing or socioeconomic set-asides.