How to bid on City Entry Monuments for the City of San Juan Capistrano

What the City is buying

The City of San Juan Capistrano’s Public Works Department is seeking a contractor to build two entry monuments. The work includes sign lighting, electrical work, landscaping, irrigation for associated planters and related appurtenances.

The monuments will be in medians on Old Mission Road and Camino Capistrano. The estimated value is $430,000.

Key dates and deadline

The solicitation was published October 1, 2026. The pre-bid meeting is October 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

Bids are due October 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET. Submit electronically through PlanetBids before the deadline; the opportunity information does not state what happens to late bids.

Who this opportunity suits

This is a construction opportunity for a contractor able to handle the described monument, electrical, landscaping and irrigation work. A California A contractor’s license is required.

How to access and respond

Use the “View original source” option to open the bid on the City’s PlanetBids portal. The scope, dates and document list are public; the portal may ask you to complete a “confirm you are human” check before the page loads.

To download documents, receive addenda and bid electronically, register a free PlanetBids vendor account with the agency. Review the documents and submit your bid through the portal before the due date.

Prepare a clear, complete bid

Review the contract documents closely and check that your response addresses both monument locations and all listed work. Confirm that your firm meets the license requirement before preparing its bid.

Attend the pre-bid meeting if it is useful for understanding the work. Check PlanetBids for addenda and account for any changes in your response. Allow time to complete the electronic submission before the deadline.