San Vicente Dam Low Level Outlet Improvements

The City of San Diego is seeking qualified contractors to execute the Low‑Level Outlet (LLO) Improvements at San Vicente Dam, a design‑bid‑build project valued at approximately $3 million. Work includes repair and recoating of the existing LLO pipe, modification of the trash rack to accommodate ROV access, installation of a bent‑plate transition flange, and restoration of the cathodic‑protection system. Bidders must be pre‑qualified, hold a California Class A contractor license, provide a 10 % bid bond, and comply with extensive EOCP subcontractor‑participation requirements (SLBE/ELBE). Additional obligations include prevailing‑wage reporting, off‑road diesel fleet compliance, and strict environmental protections for the threatened Coastal California Gnatcatcher habitat. • Scope: pipe‑coating, trash‑rack redesign, bent‑plate flange, cathodic‑protection repair. • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting (Jan 7 2026) and required site‑visit registration (Jan 21 2026). • Contract type: Lump‑Sum DBB, 400 working‑day duration, phased‑funding with separate NTPs per phase. • Mandatory certifications: SLBE/ELBE participation, Good‑Faith‑Effort if percentages unmet, OSHA, CARB off‑road diesel, prevailing‑wage, insurance/bonding.