Construction on cameron creek linear recharge project

The City of Visalia is soliciting competitive bids for the Cameron Creek Linear Recharge Project under RFB-25-26-06, a public works infrastructure initiative designed to enhance groundwater recharge capabilities in Tulare County, California. The project involves constructing three linear recharge structures along Cameron Creek: a Measurement Structure, a Rector Structure, and a Lovers Lane Structure, which will include check structures, canal linings, rip rap, gates, electrical systems, and communication infrastructure. Bidders must possess a Class A contractor's license, be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations, and comply with prevailing wage requirements. The bid was released on August 22, 2025, with a submission deadline of 2:00 PM on October 2, 2025, and requires 90 working days for project completion. Contractors will be responsible for implementing comprehensive environmental mitigation measures, including biological surveys and best management practices for sensitive species like Swainson's hawk and San Joaquin kit fox. The project requires detailed technical implementation across multiple engineering disciplines, including civil, structural, and electrical design elements.

The procurement is funded through a California Department of Water Resources Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) Implementation Grant, with an estimated construction budget of $1,600,000. While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the project requires strict compliance with equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination provisions. The bid includes a base bid and two alternate bid options for the Rector Check Structure: a standard reinforced concrete structure or a "rubble dam" alternative. Bidders must integrate with existing SCADA systems, which will utilize Programmable Logic Controllers, cellular modems, and solar-powered infrastructure to enable remote monitoring and control of gate operations and water flow. The project involves multiple permits, including a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit, a Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board 401 Water Quality Certification, and comprehensive environmental monitoring requirements. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical expertise in water infrastructure, environmental compliance, and sustainable groundwater management practices.