Vista Detention Facility Infrastructure & Facility Upgrade

The County of San Diego Department of General Services has issued solicitation number 20260823018 for Construction Manager at Risk services to support the Vista Detention Facility Infrastructure and Facility Upgrade project. This project is structured into two distinct phases: Phase 1 involves Pre-Construction Services, while Phase 2 covers the Construction phase, which is an optional component that the County may exercise upon the provision of a signed warranty letter. The estimated total project budget ranges between $16,490,000 and $16,790,000, representing the base period and potential contract options. Proposals are due by September 15, 2026, and will be evaluated based on a best-value trade-off process. Key evaluation factors include the experience of the proposer and its personnel, the comprehensiveness of the project plan, the competitiveness of the price proposal, financial strength, and contract terms, with a mandatory pass/fail requirement for an acceptable safety record. Due to the sensitive nature of the work within a detention facility, the contract imposes rigorous security and operational requirements. Contractors must adhere to strict protocols regarding personnel background checks, mandatory security orientations, and tool and material controls to prevent the introduction of contraband. Work is subject to significant scheduling restrictions, including prohibitions during inmate movements and meal times, and the County provides no compensation for delays caused by facility lockdowns or security events. Additionally, the scope of work includes detailed requirements for quality assurance, such as 100% system testing and on-site inspections witnessed by the County. Proposers must also comply with specific administrative mandates, including monthly reporting for a skilled and trained workforce and adherence to strict packaging and preservation standards for all delivered equipment.