Report to City Council
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TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Melissa Walker, Public Works Director/City Engineer
AGENDA DATE: September 2, 2025
TITLE: AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACT FOR THE IRIS AVENUE CORRIDOR
SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (REPORT OF:
PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT 4)
TITLE SUMMARY: Authorization To Award A Highway Safety Improvement Program Construction Contract To Select Electric, Inc. For The Iris Avenue Corridor Safety Improvements Project
Number 808 0036 Located Between Heacock Street And
Nason Street
DISTRICT: District 4
Recommendation(s)
That the City Council:
1. Approve a Highway Safety Improvement construction contract to Select Electric, Inc. for the Iris Avenue Corridor Safety Improvements , Project Number 808 0036 , located between Heacock Street and Nason Street; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Select Electric, Inc. in the amount of $335,975 ($285,975 bid amount plus $50,000 contingency), funded by Highway Safety Improvement Program Grant Funds (Fund 2301) and State Gas Tax Funds (Fund 2000); and
3. Authorize the issuance of a Purchase Order to Select Electric, Inc. in the amount of $335,975, when the contract has been signed by all parties; and
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4. Authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute any subsequent related change orders to the contract with Select Electric, Inc. up to the contingency amount, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
SUMMARY
This report recommends approval of a construction contract with Select Electric , Inc. for the Iris Avenue Corridor Safety Improvements , Project Number 808 0036 , located between Heacock Street and Nason Street . This project aims to implement safety improvements including retroreflective backplates and a variety of enhanced pedestrian crosswalk safety features . The project is funded by the Caltrans Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Grant and complies with the City Council’s Momentum MoVal Strategic Plan to manage and maximize Moreno Valley’s Public infrastructure through maintenance programs and capital improvements.
DISCUSSION
The Caltrans Division of Local Assistance (DLA) manages California’s local agency share of Highway Safety Improvement Program ( HSIP) funds. HSIP is a core federal aid program under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) that provides states with resources aimed at significantly reducing fatalities and serious injuries on all public roads.
On March 13, 2023, Caltrans awarded the City of Moreno Valley (City) $449,370 in HSIP funds for the Iris Avenue Corridor Safety Improvements Project (Project). The total project cost is $499,300, which includes $449,370 in HSIP funding.
In alignment with local HSIP goals, the Project will implement various safety improvements. These include retroreflective backplates to enhance the visibility of traffic signal heads, high-visibility crosswalk striping with advanced stop bars (white lines placed before the crosswalk begins), and leading pedestrian intervals that give pedestrians a 3- 7 second head start before a signal changes . Additionally, the Project will feature advanced warning signs (such as pedestrian, school crossing, and yield signs), object markers (to alert drivers of roadway obstructions), and edge-lines (to delineate the edge of the travel lane). Caltrans has allocated $67,500 for the initial design phase, which has been completed. For the construction phase, Caltrans allocated $381,870 of funding on March 25, 2025.
The Project was advertised for construction bids on May 8, 2025, and formal bidding procedures have been followed in conformance with the Public Contract Code. Bids were submitted through the electronic bid management system, OpenGov.com, on May 29, 2025. A total of seven (7) bids were received with Select Electric, Inc. being the lowest qualified bidder at $285,975, which includes the base bid and any additive bid.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve and authorize the recommended actions as presented in this staff report.
Staff recommend this alternative.
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2. Do not approve and authorize the recommended actions as presented in this staff report. Staff does not recommend this alternative as it will result in returning $381,870 of State funds.
FISCAL IMPACT
The project is currently included in the FY 25/26 Capita l Projects Budget, funded by the HSIP Grant in Fund 2301, Capital Projects Grants Fund; as well as the City’s 10 percent local match obligation of the total project costs, funded by Fund 2000, State Gas Tax.
There is no financial impact to the General Fund.
TOTAL AVAILABLE BUDGET THRU FY 2025/26:
Capital Projects Grants, Fund 2301
(Account No. 2301-70-76-80008-720199) (Project No. 808 0036 2301 99) ....... $449,370 State Gas Tax, Fund 2000 (10% Local Match)
(Account No. 2000-70-76-80008-720199) (Project No. 808 0036 2000 99) ......... $49,930 Total Available Budget Thru FY 2025/26 ........................................................... $499,300
ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS:
Design (Completed) $67,500
Construction (Bid plus contingency) .................................................................. $381,870 Administration (10% Local Match) ....................................................................... $49,930 Total Project Costs ............................................................................................. $499,300
NOTIFICATION
Publication of the Agenda.
PREPARATION OF STAFF REPORT
Prepared By: Department Head Approval:
Araceli Sahagun Melissa Walker, P.E.
Management Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer Concurred By:
Harold Zamora, P.E.
Engineering Division Manager/Assistant City Engineer
CITY COUNCIL GOALS
Public Facilities and Capital Projects: Ensure that needed public facilities, roadway improvements, and other infrastructure improvements are constructed and maintained.
Public Safety: Provide a safe and secure environment for people and property in the community, control the number and severity of fire and hazardous material incidents, and provide protection for citizens who live, work and visit the City of Moreno Valley.
CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
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1. Economic Development
2. Public Safety
3. Library
4. Infrastructure
5. Beautification, Community Engagement, and Quality of Life
6. Youth Programs
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Report Approval Details
Document Title: STAFFREPORT_PW_TED_IRIS AVE CORRIDOR
HSIP.docx
Attachments: - Agreement and Bond 808 0036.pdf
- Location Map - Iris Ave Corridor Safety Improvements.pdf - Award Letter 5441079 R2 ALLOC.pdf
Final Approval Date: Aug 27, 2025
This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below:
Melissa Walker
Sean Kelleher
Natalia Lopez
Dena Heald
Launa Jimenez
Brian Mohan
Patty Rodriguez