Design of Birch Creek Debris Basin

San Bernardino County Flood Control District is seeking professional civil engineering design services for the Birch Creek Debris Basin project located in the unincorporated Community of Oak Glen and City of Yucaipa, California. The Request for Proposal (RFP) No. PWG126-FLOOD-6139 requires comprehensive design services including hydrology and hydraulics analysis, geotechnical investigations, utility coordination, right-of-way identification, surveying, structural design engineering, traffic control planning, and environmental compliance documentation under CEQA and NEPA. Deliverables include construction-ready plans, specifications, and cost estimates addressing flooding and debris flow impacts from the 2020 El Dorado Fire. The project requires a registered Professional Civil Engineer in California with demonstrated experience designing debris basins for state or local agencies. Proposers will be evaluated on qualifications and experience (45%), technical review and work plan (40%), and references (15%), with a total maximum score of 100 points. Key dates include a deadline for questions by December 10, 2025, and proposal submissions due by 3:00 PM on January 8, 2026, with contract award anticipated in March 2026. The contract term is a maximum of three years from award or upon completion of services.

The project is funded through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program with local cost-share funds. Proposers must submit electronically through the County ePro system, providing five hard copies plus one flash drive with original signatures. All subcontractors require written District approval, and the consultant must comply with prevailing wage requirements and be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations. Insurance requirements include general liability of at least $1 million per occurrence, professional liability of at least $1 million, workers' compensation, and automobile liability. Consultants must utilize on-site materials to the maximum extent practicable and comply with federal contracting requirements, including civil rights statutes and environmental regulations. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the RFP emphasizes compliance with Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations Part 200 procurement standards. The project demonstrates a commitment to federal grant utilization and comprehensive environmental and engineering design for community flood mitigation and fire recovery efforts.