Civic Center Park Landscaping and Facility Improvements

The City of Palm Desert, California, is requesting bids for Civic Center Park Landscaping and Facility Improvements under IFB #2026-IFB-054, with bids due September 24, 2026, and a non-mandatory pre-bid conference on September 9 at 11:30 a.m. This is a public works project subject to California prevailing wage requirements—a significant cost and compliance driver.

The scope includes landscape, irrigation, lighting, hardscape, and site improvements surrounding the Taffy public art installation within Civic Center Park; renovations to Skate Park and Ballfield restroom facilities; and improvements to designated landscaped areas. The contractor must furnish all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, permits, utilities, and incidental services. Work must maintain safe public access within the active park and minimize disruption to park operations and visitors.

The Engineer's Estimate is $850,000, with a completion timeline of 90 calendar days from Notice to Proceed. Contractors and subcontractors must hold current registration with the California Department of Industrial Relations, comply with prevailing wage and apprentice requirements, and maintain certified payroll records. The successful bidder must possess a valid Class A, Class B, or qualified combination of Class C contractor license and provide valid Certificates of Reported Compliance from the California Air Resources Board for In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleets Regulations.

Each bid must be accompanied by a Bid Bond of not less than 10% of the total bid price. The successful bidder must furnish Faithful Performance and Labor and Material Payment Bonds, each equal to 100% of the Contract Price, from a surety company meeting California bonding requirements. The City will award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder based on Total Bid Price. Bids remain valid for 90 calendar days from opening. Questions are due September 17 at 5:00 p.m., with responses due by September 21. Bids must be submitted electronically through OpenGov Procurement.