San Diego County Ivalua #12830

Tijuana River Valley Multi-Property Habitat Restoration and Maintenance Solicitation

The County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking contractors for a multi-phase habitat restoration project in the Tijuana River Valley, covering the Campground, Disney, and Skibbies properties. - Government Buyer: - County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation, with procurement managed by the Department of Purchasing and Contracting - Products and Services Requested: - Demolition and removal of existing structures, tree trimming, and septic system removal - Removal of invasive non-native vegetation and ongoing weed/pest control - Supply and installation of native container plants and seed mixes (e.g., California sagebrush, coyote brush, purple needlegrass) - Example quantities: 1,050 California sagebrush, 900 big saltbush, 695 purple needlegrass, 7,438 total container plantings for Skibbies - Installation of temporary above-ground irrigation systems (bubbler/PVC with drip emitters) - Ongoing habitat restoration maintenance, monitoring, and reporting through July 15, 2028 - Provision of a qualified Habitat Restoration Specialist from the County's CEQA Consultant List - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with environmental regulations, prevailing wage laws (State DIR and Davis-Bacon), and the County's Working Families Ordinance - Use of a skilled and trained workforce; contractors must be prequalified and hold a California Class A or relevant Class C license - 3% Small-Local Business Subcontractor Participation Requirement - Strict timelines: Phase I must be completed within 90 working days; Phase II maintenance and monitoring extend through July 2028 - Detailed monitoring protocols: quarterly and annual assessments, adaptive management, and comprehensive reporting - Restoration covers over 19 acres across multiple properties, with specific plant palettes and spacing requirements - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; plant materials and irrigation systems are specified by type and species, not brand - Estimated contract value: approximately $1,880,000

Description

This solicitation is for the Tijuana River Valley Habitat Restoration Project, encompassing Phase I and Phase II. Phase I involves demolition of existing structures at Skibbies and Disney properties, initial treatment and removal of nonnative vegetation, installation of native container plantings, application of native seed mixes, and irrigation system installation at the Campground, Disney, and Skibbies properties. Phase II consists of maintenance, monitoring, and reporting of all restoration areas installed in Phase I through July 15, 2028. The project includes detailed execution plans, environmental compliance, and requires adherence to specific labor and subcontractor participation policies.

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