RUHS-BH CMHC and PH WIC Emergency Flood Project, Desert Hot Springs

On September 27–28, 2025, a flash flood caused significant water infiltration into the first floor of the RUHS-BH CMHC and RUHS-PH WIC facility located at 14320 Palm Drive in Desert Hot Springs, California, prompting an immediate emergency declaration under Riverside County Resolution 2003-23. To protect the health and safety of patients, staff, and visitors, Riverside County Facilities Management swiftly procured BluSky to perform emergency remediation and assessment, bypassing competitive bidding requirements. The scope of work includes comprehensive evaluation and remediation of water damage, assessment of mold, contamination, and structural integrity, ongoing monitoring for residual moisture and mold/mildew, inspection of flooring and building components, and development of preventative measures for future flood events. The project was determined to be exempt from full environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15269(b)(c), 15301, and 15061(b)(3), due to its emergency status, lack of facility expansion, and negligible environmental impact. All work is being conducted on-site at the facility, with Riverside County retaining full responsibility for inspection and acceptance. The project has no specified end date or contract value, and no formal invoicing, payment, or accounting codes are documented. The contract was issued under emergency authority with no competitive solicitation, and while the contractor is identified as BluSky, no UEI, CAGE code, size status, or socioeconomic certifications are provided. No standard Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses or contract types such as FFP or IDIQ are referenced, and there are no formal packaging, marking, or special security requirements detailed. The sole contact for the project is Mike Sullivan, Senior Environmental Planner, who signed the Notice of Exemption on October 9, 2025, and the solicitation was posted on November 19, 2025, with no amendments, proposal submission instructions, or evaluation factors documented. Work continues to ensure the facility remains safe and operational without disruption to public services.