Midtown Fresno Trail: Herndon Canal Metro Trail from Shields to McKinley (Midtown Trial Segment 3)

The project involves the construction of a 1.35-mile pedestrian and cycling trail along the Herndon Canal within the City of Fresno, extending from Shields Avenue and First Street to McKinley Avenue and Millbrook Avenue. This segment is part of the broader 7.1-mile Metropolitan Trails System, designed to connect four existing trail sections and form a central trail loop that enhances community connectivity and active transportation options. Work includes the installation of a prefabricated pedestrian bridge, ADA-compliant ramps, trail lighting, benches, drinking fountains, bicycle racks, dog waste stations, signage, striping, landscaping, and irrigation systems. Minor improvements to roadways and crossings are also required to ensure seamless integration with surrounding infrastructure. The project demands close coordination with multiple agencies including the City of Fresno, Fresno Irrigation District, County of Fresno, San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, and PG&E to address regulatory, environmental, and utility concerns. The solicitation for this project is identified by number 12601826, titled Midtown Fresno Trail: Herndon Canal Metro Trail from Shields to McKinley (Midtown Trial Segment 3), and was posted on June 19, 2026, with a bid submission deadline of July 21, 2026, at 10:00 PM. A bid bond of 10 percent is required for all submissions. The contracting authority is the Capital Projects Department of the City of Fresno, under the state of California, with procurement handled through the Fresno purchasing office. Point of contact for inquiries is Adrian Ontiveros, reachable via email at purchasing@fresno.gov or phone at 559-621-1165. The project falls under a SLED-type organization and is intended to support long-term municipal mobility and public health goals through improved non-motorized transportation infrastructure.