Mountain Drive Retaining Wall Structural Assessment

The City of Santa Barbara is seeking a qualified civil/structural engineering firm to conduct a comprehensive structural assessment of the historic sandstone retaining wall that supports Mountain Drive near Mission Ridge Road. The consultant must perform a site inspection, material testing (both non‑destructive and, if approved, destructive), seismic and load‑capacity analysis, and deliver a detailed report that includes condition documentation, repair‑option recommendations, cost estimates for both repair and full replacement, conceptual drawings, and a life‑expectancy comparison. The City will provide record drawings, parcel information, and site access; the firm must coordinate with city utilities and may need to engage sub‑consultants for specialized testing. • Conduct pre‑inspection meeting, field investigation, testing, and post‑assessment meeting with City staff. • Produce a written report with analysis, repair concepts, cost estimates (repair & replacement), and urgency recommendation. • Submit an electronic proposal via PlanetBids by April 30, 2026, including experience, staff qualifications, methodology, schedule, and a separate fee proposal.