Civic Center Park Landscaping and Facility Improvements

The City of Palm Desert is seeking qualified contractors to perform comprehensive landscaping, irrigation, lighting, hardscape, grading, and restroom renovation work in Civic Center Park, including enhancements around the “Taffy” public art installation and upgrades to nearby park facilities. The contractor must supply all labor, materials, equipment, permits, and services, comply with California prevailing‑wage rules, provide required performance and payment bonds, and hold a C‑27 Landscaping Contractor license. Work must be completed within 90 calendar days from the notice to proceed, and the bid must be submitted electronically by the September 24, 2026 deadline. • Scope: landscape planting, irrigation, lighting, site grading, hardscape paving, custom pre‑cast furniture installation, and restroom remodels. • Estimated contract value: $850,000 (engineer’s estimate). • Mandatory licensing: C‑27 Landscaping Contractor; DIR registration; prevailing‑wage compliance. • Bonds: 10 % bid bond; 100 % performance and payment bonds. • Schedule: Pre‑bid meeting (non‑mandatory) on September 9, 2026; questions due September 17, 2026; bid deadline September 24, 2026. • Duration: 90 days to complete all work.