City of Watsonville Holiday Lights and Decoration 2026-2028

The City of Watsonville is seeking a qualified contractor to install, maintain, and remove holiday lighting and decorative displays in Civic Plaza and City Plaza for the 2026‑2028 holiday seasons. The scope includes installing LED lighting on shrub planters, trees, cannons, a gazebo, and large redwood trees; securing all electrical connections; coordinating décor selection with city staff; providing weekly monitoring and repairs; and completing installation by November 20 and removal by January 8 each year. The contractor must hold a California C‑10 Electrical Contractor license, be registered for public works, provide all labor, materials, equipment, and insurance, and comply with prevailing‑wage and safety regulations. The estimated annual value is $40,000, with a total contract period of three years. • Install approx. 900–1,800 LED lights per location, plus ornaments and an LED star topper for redwood trees. • Provide ongoing maintenance (≈1 service call per week) throughout the holiday display period. • Complete all work within 30 working days of notification each season. • Must secure permits, licenses, insurance (minimum $1M general liability, $500k auto, $1M workers’ comp). • Bids submitted electronically via OpenGov; deadline Oct 22, 2026, 11:00 am.