Site work for a sidewalk / parking lot in Palm Desert, California. Design plans call for site work for a sidewalk / parking lot.

As of April 8, 2024, an architect has been identified. A timeline for construction has not been determined. Closed solicitation has been included below for reference. ……………….. In September 2020, the City installed a temporary plaza that closed traffic in a section of Lupine Lane north of El Paseo. The plaza provided an outdoor rest and eating area for visitors to El Paseo and a space for local restaurants to serve food. On June 10, 2021, the City Council directed staff to release a Request for Proposals (RFP) to seek design firms to facilitate the creation of a permanent public plaza at the same location. MIG was selected to complete a concept design study (attached), which was completed between November 2021 and April 2022. In December 2021, the City removed temporary improvements in anticipation of permanent improvements resulting from these Services. On June 23, 2022, the City Council authorized staff to release a subsequent RFP including, but not limited to, construction drawings, California Environmental Quality Act analysis, engineering services, traffic study with alternatives analysis, and all other services associated with the final design and construction of a permanent Lupine Plaza. The Services will be developed in a phased manner by the selected Proposer. The first phase will include, but is not limited to, CEQA environmental analysis and traffic study with alternative analysis. Once developed, staff will seek input and direction from City Council regarding the preliminary engineering and analyses. Subsequently, the selected Proposer will receive authorization from staff to proceed with Phase II, which includes developing the final design and engineering as well as the remaining Services identified in this RFP. The preferred design concept for Lupine Plaza includes an approximately 7,000 SF pedestrian plaza, and could expand to over 24,000 SF of improvement area, which would also include: repaving of the Lupine Lane/El Paseo intersection, removal of a left-turn lane, and paving updates from the proposed plaza to Lupine Alley. Ultimately, Lupine Plaza is intended to provide an oasis along El Paseo for shoppers, visitors, and residents of Palm Desert to gather and relax. Specific design features will also complement the character of El Paseo that further enhances a walkable corridor. The southern entrance of Lupine Plaza will include a gateway arch that identifies the plaza and can be used for events. The western edge of the plaza includes seat walls will integrate with landscape planters underneath a tree bosque to provide a dense shade environment for small group and individual seating. The eastern side of the plaza will include an approximately 22-24' wide clear zone to allow for emergency access and servicing. This area will be covered by a shade structure with adequate clearance for emergency vehicles. While no permanent furnishings are located within proposed design the clear zone, it provides space for movable cafe seating and flexible space for small events to occur; bollards on either end of the plaza can be retracted for emergency access. Playful ground level seating elements and adult-style swings will be located along the edges of the shade structure to provide activities for children and variety of seating typologies. The combination of permanent and fixed elements as well as flexibility allow Lupine Plaza to become the heart of El Paseo and support different uses daily and host special events throughout the year. A list of the proposed unique features for Lupine Plaza include: Themed gateway arch and water features; Overhead shade structure with misters; Fixed seating such as benches and seat walls; Fun seating (e.g., swings); Movable cafe-style seating; Decorative and/or permeable paving; Bioswales with drought-tolerant landscaping; Bicycle racks and repair station; Trash receptacles; Public art; and Public restroom (optional). The City may apply for state-only grant funding for the construction of the proposed improvements, and as such, the selected Proposer shall follow relevant processes of the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM) and Local Assistance Program Guidelines (LAPG). The City anticipates the Services will be provided by the selected Proposer according to the timeline, as follows: Phase I Completion: By December 31, 2022 Phase II Completion: By April 30, 2023 Last Day to Submit Questions for Clarification:August 22, 2022, 2:00pm Clarifications Issued by City on or before:August 25, 2022, 2:00pm Deadline for Receipt of Proposals submitted on or before:August 29, 2022, 2:00pm Proposer Interview:September 2, 2022, 9:00am Additional Proposer Interviews (If Needed):September 6, 2022, 9:00am Notification of Intent to Award:September 29, 2022 The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time.