City Council Memorandum
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL DATE: AUGUST 25, 2026 FROM: PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY WARD: 7
SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT FOR REQUEST FOR BID NO. 8247 WITH SKILLED FENCE BUILDER, INC. OF SAN BERNARDINO, CA FOR THE RIVERWALK TRAIL FENCE REHABILITATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $189,500 ISSUE:
Consider awarding the Construction Agreement for Request for Bid No. 8247 with Skilled Fence Builder, Inc. of San Bernardino, CA for the Riverwalk Trail Fence Rehabilitation in the amount of $189,500.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
That the City Council:
Award the Construction Agreement for Request for Bid No. 8247 with Skilled Fence Builder, Inc. of San Bernardino, CA for the Riverwalk Trail Fence Rehabilitation in the amount of $189,500; and Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Construction Agreement with Skilled Fence Builder, Inc. including making minor and non-substantive changes.
BACKGROUND:
On June 28, 2005, the City of Riverside entered a Landscaping and Maintenance District (LMD) Agreement with the Riverwalk Master Property Owners Association. The purpose of the agreement was to establish a funding mechanism for the ongoing maintenance, preservation, and enhancement of public landscaping within the Riverwalk community.
Typical services funded through an LMD include the maintenance of landscaping and irrigation systems, some tree trimming, and decorative lighting. LMD funds may also be used to enhance community aesthetics through the installation and maintenance of fencing, playgrounds and park improvements, and other public amenities that contribute to the safety, appearance, and overall quality of the neighborhood.
Under the terms of the agreement, the City of Riverside is responsible for performing and overseeing the maintenance and enhancement activities funded through the LMD.
DISCUSSION:
As part of the Riverwalk Landscaping and Maintenance District (LMD), the perimeter fencing located along the roadway is maintained through LMD funding. The existing fencing has reached the end of its useful life after approximately 20 years. Constructed from a PVC-based material, the fence has experienced significant deterioration due to prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, causing the material to become brittle and susceptible to cracking, breakage, and failure.
To address these conditions, staff recommend replacing the existing fencing with an Urban Design Solid Core HDPE Sierra 2-Rail Fence constructed from recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE). Unlike the existing PVC fencing, the proposed solid-core HDPE material is engineered to withstand prolonged exposure to the elements, offering superior durability, resistance to UV degradation, and reduced maintenance requirements. The manufacturer estimates an expected service life of more than 30 years under normal conditions.
Replacing the deteriorated fencing with the Urban Design Solid Core HDPE Sierra 2-Rail Fence will restore the appearance of the corridor, improve public safety by addressing damaged sections, and provide a long-term, cost-effective solution for the Riverwalk community. The use of recycled HDPE material also supports sustainable infrastructure practices by utilizing recycled content while providing a durable and aesthetically compatible replacement.
The proposed replacement is consistent with the purpose of the LMD by maintaining and enhancing public improvements that contribute to the safety, functionality, and aesthetic character of the neighborhood.
Purchasing Overview
On April 6, 2026, the City’s Purchasing Division (Purchasing) issued Request for Bids (RFB) No. 8247 on PlanetBids seeking prospective bidders to remove existing vinyl split rail fencing and install new HDPE solid core lumber split rail fencing along the south side of Collett Ave between Riverwalk Pkwy and Golden Ave and on the west side of Golden Ave between Collett Ave and the storm drain channel in Riverside, California.
The solicitation notification is summarized in the table below:
Action
Number of Vendors
External Vendors Notified
500
City of Riverside Vendors Notified
197
Vendors who downloaded the RFP
54 Proposals received
13 A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on April 15, 2026, with 16 vendors in attendance. A total of 4 questions were received from prospective bidders, and no addendums were posted. RFB No. 8247 closed on May 5, 2026, with a total of 13 responses. Twelve bids were found to be responsive and responsible, and one bid was determined to be non-responsive for not providing all required documentation and submitting an incomplete Bid Bond.
The bid results are listed in the table below:
Vendor
Location
Bid Total
Rank
Skilled Fence Builder, Inc
San Bernardino, CA
$189,500.00
1 EverFence Corporation*
Orange, CA
$235,420.00
2 Harris Steel Fence Co.
Los Angeles, CA
$264,402.00
3 Estate Design and Construction
Culver City, CA
$268,000.00
4 J & A Engineering Corp.
Azusa, CA
$279,500.00
5 Red Hawk Services, Inc
Perris, CA
$286,300.00
6 Rosenex
San Diego, CA
$286,770.00
7 Kormex Construction, Inc
Ontario, CA
$288,000.00
8 Valley Cities Gonzales Fence, Inc
Norco, CA
$292,000.00
9 AB Fence Company
Beaumont, CA
$324,774.00
10 Leonida Builders, Inc
Acton, CA
$380,000.00
11 Blackpointe Group Construction & Management Inc
Moorpark, CA
$434,955.17
12 California Landscape & Design, Inc
Upland, CA
$454,000.00
13 *Non-responsive vendor
Skilled Fence Builder, Inc. was deemed the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
This action is pursuant to Purchasing Resolution 24101, Section 508 which states, “Contracts procured through Formal Procurement shall be awarded by the Awarding Entity to the Lowest Responsive and Responsible Bidder.” The Purchasing Manager concurs that the recommended action is compliant with Purchasing Resolution 24101.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The total fiscal impact of the actions of this report is $189,500. Sufficient funds are budgeted and available for FY 2026/27 in the amount of $189,500 in Riverwalk LMD Fund, Maintenance & Repair Account No. 9760375-424200.
Prepared by: Vanessa Mayne, Senior Administrative Analyst Approved by: Pamela M. Galera, Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director Certified as to
availability of funds: Julie Nemes, Finance Director
Approved by: Kris Martinez, Assistant City Manager
Approved as to form: James Johnson, City Attorney
Attachments:
Bid Award Recommendation
Presentation
Riverwalk Trail Fence Rehabilitation ● Page 2