# Santa Barbara Public Purchase #21055-3

Special Inspection and Materials Testing Services for Santa Maria Juvenile Justice Center Remodel

**Posted:** September 15, 2026
**Respond By:** September 29, 2026
**Identifier:** 21055-3
**NAICS:** 541350

The County of Santa Barbara is seeking proposals for Special Inspection and Materials Testing Services for the remodel of housing units at the Santa Maria Juvenile Justice Center.
- Project Scope:
  - Remodel of housing units 1, 2, and 3
  - Units 1 and 2: Upgraded to higher security with new cell doors, automated locking systems, cameras, security system upgrades, new finishes, and ADA-compliant shower rooms
  - Unit 3: Remodeled for lower security, including replacement of cell doors, lighting, security system updates, ADA-compliant shower rooms, and new finishes
- Services Requested:
  - Special inspection and materials testing throughout construction
  - Coordination with County personnel, Construction Manager, General Services Department staff, Inspector of Record, General Contractor, and Architect of Record
- Delivery Method:
  - Design-Bid-Build
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
- Unique Requirements:
  - Timely and cost-effective construction oversight
  - ADA compliance for shower rooms
  - Security system upgrades and integration
  - Coordination among multiple stakeholders

### Description

The County is seeking a Special Inspection and Materials Testing firm or individual for remodeling housing units 1, 2, and 3 at the Santa Maria Juvenile Justice Center. The remodel includes upgrading units 1 and 2 to a higher security level with new cell doors, automated locking systems, cameras, security upgrades, and ADA-compliant shower rooms. Unit 3 will be remodeled into a lower security housing unit with updated cell doors, lighting, security systems, ADA-compliant shower rooms, and new finishes. The services will ensure timely and cost-effective construction, coordinating with various stakeholders to keep the project on schedule and budget.

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