NOTICE INVITING INFORMAL BID- CENTENNIAL PARK LANDSCAPE PROJECT

The City of Barstow is soliciting informal bids for the Centennial Park Landscape Project (Project No. BGRD-26-0038), with an engineer's estimate of $115,779.40. The scope of work involves comprehensive demolition and construction activities, including the removal of grouted rock pedestals and planters, soil importation, and the installation of concrete sidewalks, CMU retaining walls, concrete pads, railroad tie stairways, and ADA-compliant ramps and handrails. Additionally, the project includes landscaping and irrigation, traffic and erosion control, and the installation of footings for shade structures. Bids must be submitted as a lump sum and delivered in a sealed envelope to the City of Barstow by 12:00 p.m. on August 10, 2026. This is a California prevailing wage public works project, requiring all contractors and subcontractors to be registered with the State of California’s Department of Industrial Relations. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Once executed, the contractor must commence work within 10 working days and complete all tasks within 20 working days, with liquidated damages of $1,000 per day for unauthorized delays. The project is governed by the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Greenbook) and requires a 10% bid guarantee. Key contractual obligations include a one-year warranty period, strict adherence to local air pollution and noise regulations, and the provision of a Confined Space Entry Program if applicable. The contractor is responsible for all insurance, bonding, and the cost of temporary utilities. Final acceptance of the work is granted by the City’s Board upon certification by the Engineer.