Santa Cruz Downtown Library Tenant Improvements

The City of Santa Cruz, through the Office of Economic Development and Housing, is soliciting bids for tenant improvements at the Downtown Library located at 700 Cedar Street. This project involves comprehensive construction and installation of building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and low-voltage systems such as telecommunications, audiovisual, and security. Architectural scope includes interior partitions, glazing, ceilings, finishes, casework, cantilevered metal library shelving, exterior signage, main entrance stairs, and roof deck elements. The estimated construction cost ranges from 23 million to 25.4 million dollars, with a performance period of 300 working days following a written Notice to Proceed. This solicitation is restricted to nine prequalified contractors identified via RFQ ED-2026-01. Bids must be submitted as a firm-fixed fee through the OpenGov portal by November 19, 2026, and will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Required bid security is a minimum of 10 percent of the bid, and the selected contractor must provide performance and payment bonds at 100 percent of the contract price. The project is subject to the Buy America Build America Act and requires adherence to prevailing wage laws. Liquidated damages for delays are set at 13,200 dollars per day. Work must comply with the City of Santa Cruz 2002 Standard Specifications and project-specific technical requirements.