San Carlos Beach Parking Lot

The City of Monterey is advancing improvements to the San Carlos Beach Parking Lot, located between Reside Ave and Cannery Row in Monterey, California, with a focus on civil infrastructure upgrades. The scope includes the demolition and off-haul of existing asphalt pavement, concrete, and decomposed granite, followed by the construction of new ADA-compliant curb ramps and sidewalks to enhance accessibility. Additionally, a pay station will be installed at the existing raised island in the northern portion of the parking lot. The project has been determined eligible for a CEQA categorical exemption under Class 1, Section 15301, due to its minor nature and lack of significant environmental impact, with no adverse effects anticipated on historic, scenic, ecological, or hazardous resources. All work is confined to the public right-of-way and aligns with local infrastructure standards, though no specific technical specifications such as Caltrans, ASTM, or MUTCD are formally cited in available documentation. The procurement is currently in a forecast phase with no solicitation number issued, estimated contract value, or formal contract type defined, indicating it is in early planning rather than active bidding. A certified document of exemption finding serves as the primary required submission, along with a completed Notice of Exemption form, which must be mailed to the Office of Planning and Research or County Clerk via hard copy—no electronic submission portal is referenced. The City of Monterey’s Public Works department, represented by Principal Planner Christy Sabdo, is the lead point of contact for inquiries, but no formal contract administration personnel such as a contracting officer, COR, or COTR are designated. There is no mention of payment terms, invoicing procedures, accounting codes, delivery schedules, FOB terms, or award evaluation criteria, reflecting a preliminary planning document rather than a binding procurement contract. The project remains dependent on environmental clearance and lacks detailed performance metrics, inspection protocols, or socioeconomic set-aside provisions typically associated with federal or competitive bidding processes.