ATP Cycle 6 – Swanton-Delaware Multi-Use Path Project – Environmental Assessment ATPSB1L-5025(085)

The City of Santa Cruz Public Works Department is seeking qualified consultants to conduct an environmental assessment for the ATP Cycle 6 Swanton-Delaware Multi-Use Path Project through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) issued for professional services. The project aims to improve pedestrian and bicyclist safety by installing a multi-use path, protected intersection, roundabout, separated protected bike lanes, sidewalk, traffic signs, striping, and markings along Swanton and Delaware. Required services include archaeological, biological, and arborist assessments, specifically investigating cultural resources, evaluating impacts on sensitive habitats and special-status species, and assessing potential effects on Monarch butterfly sites as part of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review process. Proposals are due by 11:00 AM on July 16, 2024, through the OpenGov Procurement website, with the contract tentatively scheduled to begin in July 2024 and continue through December 2024. The City will evaluate proposals using a 100-point system, allocating 50 points to vendor qualifications, 15 points to service timeliness, 25 points to project team experience, and 10 points to the overall quality of the Statement of Qualifications.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, though the RFQ indicates compliance requirements with equal employment opportunity and living wage ordinances. The selected consultant will be required to provide professional liability insurance with limits of $2,000,000 per occurrence and aggregate. The project spans multiple right-of-way areas owned by various entities, including the State of California, Land Trust of Santa Cruz County, Delaware Ave LLC, Harmony Partners LLC, and the Regents of the University of California. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project involves a 12-foot wide multi-use pathway with specific construction specifications, including 3" asphalt concrete over 4" aggregate base. The concept plans indicate the pathway will connect to existing infrastructure like the West Cliff Drive Multi-Use Pathway and Natural Bridges State Park Pedestrian Entrance. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive environmental assessment and infrastructure development suggest a significant municipal investment in multi-modal transportation connectivity.