Slip-Out Repair and Bank Stabilization Near 1780 Higgins Canyon Road

The slip-out repair project will repair the failing embankments and damaged pavements near 1780 Higgins Canyon Road. The work to be done consists, in general, of installing soldier piles and lagging retaining wall, tiebacks, drainage improvements, and installing a rock slope protection revetment with plantings, and erosion control/slope protection.

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Fire Suppression System Services

The Department of Public Works (Department) seeks to obtain the services of a contractor to perform a full line of fire system testing, maintenance, inspection, certification, and repair of fire suppression systems for various County locations. Services will be provided for all system components including, but not limited to; fire pumps, valves, back flow preventers, piping, sprinkler heads and standpipes.

The anticipated services are to be performed within a designated area of the County. However, if the need arises, the Owner reserves the right to require the vendor to work at any location or facility under the jurisdiction of the Owner. The work to be done consists, in general, of providing routine maintenance, essential and time-sensitive projects as they may occur and providing all labor, materials, tools, appurtenances, and equipment required as well as any other items and details not mentioned but required to complete the work and as directed by the Director of Public Works or the Director's designee.

The solicitation closes on January 6, 2026 at 2:00pm.

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On-Call Commercial Door Repair and Maintenance Services

The County of San Mateo, Department of Public Works (Department) is inviting Contractors to submit a proposal for on-call installation, repair, maintenance and emergency "as needed" services. The solicitation describes the scope of services, evaluation process, and minimum information that must be included in the qualification package. The Contractor will be required to concisely state its qualifications for participating in a constructive and effective partnership. Proposals shall be submitted electronically via OpenGov.

The solicitation closes on December 23, 2025 at 2:00pm.

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On-Call Emergency Restoration Services

The Department of Public Works (Department) is seeking On-Call Emergency Restoration Services companies. The anticipated services are to be performed within a designated area of the County. However, if the need arises, the Owner reserves the right to require the vendor to work at any location or facility under the jurisdiction of the Owner. The work to be done consists, in general, of providing essential and time-sensitive projects as they may occur and providing all labor, materials, tools, appurtenances, and equipment required as well as any other items and details not mentioned but required to complete the work and as directed by the Director of Public Works or the Director's designee.

The solicitation closes on December 23, 2025 at 2:00pm.

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Job Order Contracts for General Construction (Class B Contractors); Mechanical Works/HVAC (Class C-20 Contractors Mandatory Requirement with Additional C-4, C-36, C38, C-43 Preferred); Roofing (Class C-39 Contractors); Flooring (Class C-15 Contractors); Plumbing (Class C-36 Contractors); Electrical and Lighting (Class C-10 Contractors); Painting (Class C-33 Contractors) for JOC 2617 and JOC 2618; and, Hazardous Materials (Class C-21 Demolition with HazMat Certification Contractors) 

The Department of Public Works is seeking contractors for eight trades categories: General Construction (JOC 2601 through JOC 2605), Mechanical Works/HVAC (JOC 2606 through JOC 2608), Roofing (JOC 2609 and JOC 2610), Flooring (JOC 2611 and JOC 2612), Plumbing (JOC 2613 and JOC 2614), Electrical and Lighting (JOC 2615 and JOC 2616), Painting (JOC 2617 and JOC 2618), and Hazardous Materials (JOC 2619 through JOC 2621) work and related services to be performed within a designated area of the County.

A mandatory in-person pre-bid conference is scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 10:00am.

The solicitation closes on December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm.

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Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Services

The Department of Public Works is seeking a landscaping and grounds maintenance firm to maintain the landscaping throughout the County of San Mateo's owned and operated locations. There are currently over 50 locations that will require services under this solicitation. The work to be performed is comprised of general horticultural maintenance, irrigation maintenance, grounds maintenance, green infrastructure maintenance and other related work.

The solicitation closes on October 22, 2025 at 2:00pm.

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2025 On-Call Upfitting Vehicles with Public Safety Equipment Services

The Department of Public Works is seeking a firm or set of firms to perform upfitting services of public safety equipment for various classifications, types, and makes and models of vehicles as requested by the County of San Mateo, on an on-call or as needed basis. The selected firms should provide all equipment, materials and labor for upfitting vehicles with public safety equipment for various departments within the County for their operational needs. The target start of the contract term is October 21, 2025, with a term of five (5) years. The resulting contract(s) from this solicitation may be piggybacked by the twenty cities within the County of San Mateo or any other governmental agency.

The solicitation closes on August 13th at 3PM.

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