Lake Jennings Campground & Public Access Recreation Amenity Improvements - CIP20009

The Helix Water District is soliciting statements of qualifications for the Lake Jennings Campground and Public Access Recreation Amenity Improvements project (CIP20009) in Lakeside, California. This progressive design-build project has a total budget not to exceed 9,705,000 dollars and is structured in two phases: an initial 180-day preconstruction design phase and a subsequent final design and construction phase. The scope of work includes expanding and diversifying campsites, upgrading water, sewer, and electrical infrastructure, improving the pavilion and plaza, installing a solar-powered automated emergency vehicular gate, and creating new recreational amenities such as a playground or dog park. The project also emphasizes ADA parking and path of travel improvements. The contract will be awarded to the highest-ranked firm based on a 100-point evaluation of their statement of qualifications, focusing on collaboration, design management, and cost development. The selected design-builder must provide performance and payment bonds for the full project value and adhere to California prevailing wage laws and skilled workforce certifications. Technical requirements are stringent, requiring compliance with ACI 301, NFPA 70, and specific ACI Craftsmen certifications for concrete crews. Payment for Phase 1 is handled via monthly itemized statements, while Phase 2 is administered on an open-book basis under a Guaranteed Maximum Price.