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1. How do I get on the notification list for new construction projects?

Become a new vendor by registering on the City's website: New vendor registration.

2. Where do I get specifications and plans for new projects?

Full specifications and plans are available on Planet Bids. If you are a registered vendor with the commodity needed for the project, you will automatically be sent an email informing you of the opportunity.

3. How do I bid on a new project?

Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope at the date and time specified for the project bid. During the bid opening, each bid will be reviewed for specific proposal documents.

Bids must contain specific proposal documents or they will be disqualified. These proposal documents typically include: 

• Bid Bond
• Certificate of Non-Discrimination
• Declaration and Representations
• Bidding Schedule and any/all addendums
• Construction Project References
• Designation of Subcontractors
• Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Sheet
• Electrical Safety Policy Implementation Plan
• Non-Collusion Affidavit
• Required Federal Documents
• Statement Acknowledging Penal and Civil Penalties Concerning the Contractor's Licensing Laws

4. What if I'm interested in being a subcontractor on a project?

You may request a plan holder's list for a specific project from our office and contact those companies directly. Call Public Works at 661-267-5300 for more information.

5. When is a project officially complete?

After inspections are deemed complete, the project manager files a staff report for Acceptance of the Completed Capital Project. Once accepted by City Council as complete, a Notice of Completion (NOC) is filed with the County Recorder's office.

6. What is the role of the project manager?

The project manager's responsibility is to understand and apply legal, technical and customer requirements for public works projects. 

The project manager guides the project through legal review and design in the planning stage; through the construction process from the selection of the contractor to submitting the project to City Council for award; construction monitoring and record keeping; and finally through the City Council for the Acceptance of the Completed Capital Project.