East Palm Canyon Bridge over Palm Canyon Wash Rehabilitation Project - Construction Management Services

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The City of Palm Springs is seeking an engineering firm to provide comprehensive construction management services for the East Palm Canyon Bridge Rehabilitation Project. The project involves the rehabilitation, seismic retrofitting, and widening of the East Palm Canyon Drive Bridge over Palm Canyon Wash, with improvements extending from 600 feet west to 1,700 feet east of the bridge. The scope includes upgrading the adjacent pedestrian bridge, installing a new traffic signal at East Palm Canyon Drive and Southridge Drive, and enhancing roadway features such as standard lanes, bike-lane shoulders, a center median, and a protected sidewalk. The core need is to ensure effective project oversight while maintaining traffic flow and adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
City of Palm Springs, Palm Springs, California, US.
Primary Contact: Francisco Jaime ([email protected])

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: March 30, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: April 23, 2026
• QA Deadline: April 15, 2026, 12:00 PM (PDT)
• Anticipated Start Date: August 2026

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is a Lump Sum agreement. No estimated contract value or budget range is provided. There are no option years mentioned.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• The firm must provide a licensed Professional Engineer with a minimum of 10 years of bridge construction experience as Project Manager.
• Full-time inspectors, materials testing staff, specialty inspectors, and administrative support are required.
• All work must comply with applicable state, federal, and City of Palm Springs standards and regulations.
• No bonding or insurance requirements are specified.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders must demonstrate expertise in construction management, including contract administration, environmental compliance, materials testing, survey verification, and traffic control oversight. Familiarity with regulatory agencies and Caltrans is essential, as is the ability to prepare required reports and documentation.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include comprehensive project oversight, maintaining project records, conducting on-site inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. Regular reporting and documentation will be required throughout the project lifecycle.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, firms that possess additional certifications or experience in similar projects may gain a competitive edge. Experience with traffic management during construction and familiarity with local regulations would be advantageous.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFP, highlighting the essential criteria and requirements for potential bidders to assess their fit for this project.