Opportunity
Palm Springs Planet bids #BID 08-25
Ramon Road Bridge Widening Project Construction Services Solicitation
Posted
September 02, 2026
Respond By
September 29, 2026
Identifier
BID 08-25
NAICS
237310, 237990, 238990
The City of Palm Springs Engineering Services Department is seeking qualified contractors for the Ramon Road Bridge Widening Project, a major infrastructure initiative spanning Palm Springs and Cathedral City. - Government Buyer: - City of Palm Springs Engineering Services Department - Scope of Work: - Widening Ramon Road from San Luis Rey Drive to Candlewood Drive - Construction of new curb, gutter, sidewalk, pavement, and retaining walls - Widening the Ramon Road Bridge over the Whitewater River - Improvements to the Whitewater Channel - Traffic signal modifications and landscaping - Products and Services Requested: - Mobilization, temporary traffic control, stormwater and water pollution control - Site preparation (clearing, grubbing, removals) - Removal and grinding of existing asphalt and concrete surfaces - Roadway excavation and embankment - Installation of storm drain pipes, manholes, curb inlet catch basins - Construction of driveways, bus turnouts, masonry and concrete retaining walls - Installation of guardrail systems, erosion control (hydroseeding), bridge lighting, striping, signage, and traffic signal modifications - Comprehensive construction services for all above elements - Quantities and Part Numbers: - Detailed line items include quantities such as 36,020 units of asphalt removal, 2,720 sq ft driveway construction, 1,320 ft retaining wall, and more - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal and state labor laws (including Davis-Bacon wage determinations) - Performance, payment, and warranty bonds required - Valid California Class A contractor's license mandatory - Electronic bid submission - Adherence to DBE and public integrity disclosure requirements - Liquidated damages of $16,000 per day for late completion - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; solicitation is open to qualified construction contractors - Period of Performance: - Project duration is 442 working days; warranty period is one year from acceptance - Estimated Contract Value: - $55,000,000
Description
This solicitation is for the Ramon Road Bridge Widening Project, which involves widening Ramon Road from San Luis Rey Drive to Candlewood Drive in the Cities of Palm Springs and Cathedral City. The work includes new curb, gutter, sidewalk, pavement, retaining walls, widening of the Ramon Road Bridge over the Whitewater River, improvements in the Whitewater Channel, traffic signals, and landscaping. The project duration is 442 working days with liquidated damages of $16,000 per day after expiration of working days. The estimated contract value is $55,000,000.