DATE: May 19, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Bennett Engineering Services , Inc., in a Not-to- Exceed Amount of $171,883 for Final Design Services for the D Street Traffic Calming Project, Project No. 05225
RECOMMENDATION
That Council adopts a resolution (Attachment II) authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with Bennett Engineering Services, Inc., in an amount no to exceed $171,883 for final design services for the D Street Traffic Calming Project, Project No. 05225.
SUMMARY
On February 20, 2026, the City received two (2) valid proposals responding a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Project Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) for the D Street Traffic Calming Project. The Project proposes to enhance pedestrian safety and reduce speeding on D Street between 2 nd Street and the eastern city limit s. Bennett Engineering Services Inc.’s (Bennett) proposal ranked the highest with an average score of 76 based on criteria established in the published Request for Proposals 26 -027. The negotiated cost proposal is $171,883, which includes three optional tasks totaling $4,796. Staff declined the optional task Prepare As -Built Drawings which can be performed by the construction contractor.
FISCAL IMPACT
This agenda item will not impact the General Fund or Measure C.
In 2019, Council initially allocated $120,000 for this, which, based on a revised cost estimate, was increased to $300,000 for the Fiscal Year 2022-23 CIP. Funding for this project is drawn from Fund 212, Measure BB (Local Transportation) revenues.
On September 23, 20251, Council accepted $500,000 from Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) Comprehensive Investment Plan for the design and construction of the project. Grant funding paired with existing project funds will fully cover both design and construction.
BACKGROUND
In June 2018, Council directed staff to conduct the D Street Traffic Calming project as part of the Fiscal Year 2018 -19 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The project did not advance during a period of significantly reduced staffing for the Transportation Division, but was restarted in early 2024 after filling vacant positions.
D Street is a minor arterial roadway located in the City of Hayward. The project corridor spans from 2nd Street to the eastern City limit and consists of one lane in each direction. The surrounding land use is primarily residential with a market, several religious facilities, and Faith Ringgold Elementary School along the corridor. On February 5, 2026, Hayward Unified School District Board of Education approved a Fiscal Stability Plan that included the closure of Faith Ringgold . Despite the closure of the e lementary school, the corridor is a frequent route for Hayward High School and All Saints Catholic School students. The project was initiated in response to residents’ requests to address speeding and pedestrian safety.
In 2024, City staff applied for and was awarded $500,000 of funding from Alameda CTC for design and construction of the project.
DISCUSSION
On January 26, 2026, the City advertised a RFP for Project PS&E. This includes data collection, topographic survey, submittals for 30%, 60%, 90%, and 100% design, and design support during construction.
On February 20, 2026, the City received two (2) valid proposals from Bennett and Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. (Interwest). Bennett’s proposal was ranked the highest based on the criteria set forth in the RFP with an average score of 76. Interwest’s proposal scor ed 60.
Bennett’s proposal included a comprehensive scope and approach that aligned with the City’s goals for the project and the street characteristics. Bennett’s proposal for $ 189,523 was negotiated to $171,883 by adjusting design and construction materials at the Valley Street and D Street intersection.
The execution of this contract will allow the City to proceed with the Project PS&E. The anticipated completion is in August 2026 to allow construction to occur in Spring and Summer 2027.
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ECONOMIC IMPACT
This item has no direct economic impact. However, the project will provide improved safety and access for people walking, bicycling, and driving along the corridor, helping residents to reduce their transportation costs.
STRATEGIC ROADMAP
This agenda item supports the Strategic Priority of Invest in Infrastructure. Specifically, this item relates to the implementation of the following project:
Project N1: Continue to implement major corridor traffic calming initiatives
SUSTAINABILITY FEATURES
This project, when constructed, will include safety improvements for pedestrian and bicycle modes of travel, which may facilitate increased use of these modes of transportation.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Approximately 700 resident notification letters were mailed out for this project notifying residents about the Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee meeting that took place on August 28, 2024 to hear comments from residents and committee members.
An additional 700 resident mailers were sent out for the outreach event at Faith Ringgold Elementary School in May 2025. At the event, 21 residents participated in engagement activities and provided feedback on challenges they experience and the proposed design concept.
No public contact has been made specifically for this agenda item. However, the project was identified as a priority because of repeated requests from residents to address excessive vehicle speeds and pedestrian safety along D Street. Staff will continue to engage with residents and the Faith Ringgold Elementary School community during the design and construction of the project.
NEXT STEPS
If Council adopts this resolution , the City Manager will execute a PSA with Bennett Engineering Services Inc. for Final Design Services for the D Street Traffic Calming Project, Project No. 05225 in an amount not-to-exceed amount of $171,883. The project schedule for the PS&E is below:
Survey and Data Collection May 2026
30% Design May/June 2026
60% Design June/July 2026
90% Design July/August 2026
100% Design August 2026
Prepared by: Colin Patterson, Associate Transportation Planner
Recommended by: Alex Ameri, Director of Public Works
Approved by:
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Jennifer Ott, City Manager