Phase II Desert View Conservation Area Recreational Trails Project

San Bernardino County Department of Public Works, Special Districts, is advancing the Phase II Desert View Conservation Area Recreational Trails Project to enhance the Desert View Conservation Area as a conservation and recreational destination. The project involves constructing trail directional signage, mileage posts, informational kiosks, habitat shelters with seating, viewing platforms, interpretive panels, and picnic tables across the conservation area located near Joshua Tree, California, within Assessor’s Parcel Nos. 0589-311-25 and 0589-321-73. Installation of trail kiosks is scheduled between April 1 and April 9, 2026, with all work taking place on-site under strict environmental compliance protocols. The lead point of contact for the project is John Hernandez, Project Manager, who also serves as the Contracting Officer’s Representative, supported by environmental consultant Stephanie Tang of Aspen Environmental Group. The project adheres to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), incorporating mitigation measures for protected species including desert tortoise, burrowing owl, and Western Joshua Tree, and requires pre-construction biological surveys, daily sweeps by a Qualified Biologist, and Worker Environmental Awareness Program training for all personnel. Compliance is also governed by the California Endangered Species Act, the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act, and oversight from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District. Acceptance of all constructed components occurs at the project site, with inspections conducted during construction to ensure adherence to environmental standards and regulatory permits. While the contract is classified as a forecast with no specified value, pricing details, contract type, or formal FAR clauses included, the procurement remains focused on environmental stewardship, site-specific execution, and regulatory compliance rather than traditional acquisition structures. Submission of public comments is accepted through email or mail until February 16, 2026, and all environmental documentation must be submitted to the State Clearinghouse in both electronic and hardcopy formats.