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6 CITY OF SAN MATEO
RESOLUTION NO. ____ (2026)
REJECTING ALL BIDS FOR THE EL CAMINO REAL STREETLIGHT RELOCATION PROJECT WHEREAS, work began on the design phase of the El Camino Real Streetlight Relocation Project (Project) in July 2024, which includes the relocation of seven (7) City streetlights to enhance pedestrian access on El Camino Real; and
WHEREAS, the City advertised the Project on February 3, 2026 in accordance with Section 3.60.040 of the Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, on the March 3, 2026, bid opening date, three (3) bids were received; and WHEREAS, the low bidder was determined to be nonresponsive and other bids were significantly higher than the Engineer’s estimate; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to San Mateo Municipal Code section 3.60.040(a)(4), the City Council, at its discretion, may reject all bids received; and
WHEREAS, staff recommends the rejection of all bids and to readvertise the Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MATEO, CALIFORNIA, HEREBY RESOLVES that:
1. The proposed bid rejection is categorically exempt from CEQA because CEQA does not apply to projects that a public agency rejects or disapproves. (CEQA Guidelines Section 15270.)
2. In accordance with the provisions of San Mateo Municipal Code Section 3.60.040(a)(4), all bids received on March 3, 2026 for the El Camino Real Streetlight Relocation Project are rejected.