Westminster City Council
SUBJECT
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Approval of Plans and Specifications and Authorization to Solicit Construction Bids for the Bolsa Chica Road Improvement Project - Project Plan No. P-2685.
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From: Jake Ngo, Public Works Director
Requested by: Administration
Prepared by: Vinny Hoang, City Engineer
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Recommendation
A. Approve the plans and specifications for the Bolsa Chica Road Improvement Project;
B. Authorize the City Engineer to approve minor modifications to the plans and specifications to accommodate requested revisions from public safety and utility agencies; and
C. Authorize the Public Works Department to advertise and solicit construction bids for the subject Project.
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BACKGROUND
The project, which was approved by the Mayor and City Council as a Capital Improvement Project for Fiscal Year 2025-2026, will rehabilitate a portion of Bolsa Chica Road from 625 feet north of Duncannon Road to Rancho Road.
Scope of Work
The project generally consists of:
• Removal and replacement of damaged curbs & gutters, and sidewalks;
• Relocation of one (1) concrete bus pad;
• Cold milling and resurfacing existing AC pavement with new rubberized asphalt;
• Adjusting existing sewer and storm drain manholes and water valves; and
• Replacing traffic control signs and re-establishing traffic striping, pavement markings, and related tasks.
Pursuant to Westminster Municipal Code Section 3.44.120, the Mayor and City Council must approve plans and specifications for all public works projects that require a formal bid process, in accordance with Public Contract Code Section 22039.
Advertising for competitive bidding and the bidding process shall comply with the Public Contract Act and the Uniform Cost Account Act. In accordance with the City’s Procurement Policy, staff will present a recommendation to the Mayor and City Council for contract award.
The bid opening is set for September 22, 2026, with the expected award date on October 14, 2026. Construction is planned to start in November 2026, with completion anticipated in January 2027.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funding for the Project is allocated in the following CIP Accounts:
1. 55036-362602, “Bolsa Chica Street Improvements - Rancho Rd to Duncannon (RMRA)”
2. 55026-262603, “Bolsa Chica Street Improvements - Rancho Rd to Duncannon (M2)”
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney’s Office has reviewed as to form.
CONCLUSION
Approving the plans and specifications, along with authorizing the advertisement and solicitation of bids for this project, will support the rehabilitation of the street segments mentioned above.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Project Location Map
2. Reduced-Size Project Plans
(Full-size plans and specifications are not attached to this report but are available for review at City Hall)
3. Pre-Construction Photos
REVIEWED BY
Erin Backs, Finance Director
City Attorney’s Office
Christine Cordon, City Manager