Unofficial Notice of Invitation to Bid (NIB)

Santa Clara City is seeking bids from qualified and interested contractors for the following project titled, INTERNATIONAL SWIM CENTER REHABILITATION PHASE 2 PROJECT (Engineering Design Services), identified under Solicitation ID: CE# 25-26-10. Work is to be performed near 1500 Warburton Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA in Santa Clara County.

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General Project Description

The City of Santa Clara is seeking proposals for comprehensive engineering design professional services for Phase 2 of the International Swim Center (ISC) Rehabilitation Project. This phase will focus on constructing a new administrative/community building, repairing existing bleachers, replacing the canopy, and improving accessory features at the ISC. The scope of services includes schematic design for community input, detailed design, preparation of Plans, Specifications, and Engineer's Estimate (PS&E) for public works bidding, bidding and award support, and construction support. The required expertise spans architectural, civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, geotechnical, environmental, technology, communications, and solar design. Key tasks involve detailed site assessment and investigation, review of existing data and as-builts, identification of potential CEQA and environmental impacts, utility investigations (electrical, sanitary sewer, fiber, storm drain, water), ADA compliance design, sustainability strategies (CALGreen, energy efficiency, photovoltaics), and comprehensive permitting assistance and coordination with regulatory agencies. The new administrative building's design includes inclusive, safe, and accessible amenities such as reception, staff offices, lifeguard operations areas, all-gender shower/restroom combos, emergency operations features, and potential non-aquatic fitness/training spaces. Exterior improvements include concession stands, covered spectator seating, and upgrades to existing restroom/park maintenance buildings.

General Bid Items

Quantity: 1 Unit: LS Work Item: Preliminary Engineering and Evaluation, including site assessments, geotechnical investigations, utility modeling, and environmental impact analysis.
Quantity: 1 Unit: LS Work Item: Community Outreach and Special Meetings, including developing meeting materials, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and incorporating community input into designs.
Quantity: 1 Unit: LS Work Item: 65% Construction Documents, covering preliminary plans, specifications, layouts of utilities, foundational elements, and a preliminary engineering cost estimate.
Quantity: 1 Unit: LS Work Item: 95% Construction Documents, incorporating feedback, refining detailed designs, updated specifications, and a revised engineering cost estimate.
Quantity: 1 Unit: LS Work Item: 100% Construction Documents (PS&E), leading to final stamped and signed plans, comprehensive specifications, and a final engineering cost estimate for public works bidding.
Quantity: 1 Unit: LS Work Item: Bid Documents Preparation, finalizing all documents for bidding, including incorporating permit issuer comments and coordinating with regulatory agencies.
Quantity: 1 Unit: LS Work Item: Bid and Award Phase Assistance, providing support during the bidding process, responding to bidder inquiries, and assisting with bid evaluation and contract award.
Quantity: 1 Unit: LS Work Item: Construction Phase Assistance, including contract administration, attending pre-construction and progress meetings, conducting site observation visits, and reviewing contractor submittals (RFIs, RFSs, shop drawings).
Quantity: 1 Unit: LS Work Item: Post-Construction Phase, assisting with substantial and final completion, preparing punch lists, reviewing operation & maintenance manuals, and providing record drawings (as-builts).

NAICS Classification

Engineering Services (Providing comprehensive engineering design across multiple disciplines for infrastructure and building systems), Architectural Services (Designing new administrative building, architectural layouts, and facility improvements), Environmental Consulting Services (Performing environmental assessments, CEQA compliance, and soil sampling), Surveying and Mapping Services (Conducting site surveys, utility mapping, and existing conditions assessment), All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (Project management, community outreach, permitting coordination, bid support, and construction phase assistance)

Records and Due Date

This bid opportunity was entered into BidAmerica on December 26, 2025, and was last updated on January 8, 2026. All bids and/or proposals are due on February 19, 2026.

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