Contract Approval for New Public Works Headquarters

Original title: Progressive Design-Build Phase 1 Contract with McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., for the Department of Public Works Headquarters Replacement Project Located in the City of San Bernardino

Record date · May 19, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City of San Bernardino has approved a Phase 1 '' contract with McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. for the replacement of the Department of Public Works headquarters.

Why it matters

This contract initiates the planning and design phase for a new municipal facility, which will eventually replace the existing Department of Public Works headquarters in San Bernardino.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

The company is contracted to perform Phase 1 design and planning services for the city.

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Department of Public Works employees

These employees will eventually transition to a new headquarters facility upon project completion.

Key Facts

The City of San Bernardino approved a contract for the Department of Public Works Headquarters Replacement Project.
The contract is awarded to McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
The contract is designated as a 'Progressive Design-Build Phase 1' agreement.
The project is filed under number 14198.

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The item was processed as a 'Consent' agenda item.
The project was introduced on May 12, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'Progressive Design-Build' contract?

It is a project delivery method where the owner selects a design-builder early in the process to collaborate on the design and pricing before finalizing the construction contract.

What does Phase 1 of this contract involve?

Phase 1 typically covers the initial design, planning, and pre-construction services for the new headquarters.

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Use of Progressive Design-Build

The city is utilizing a progressive design-build model, which suggests a preference for early contractor collaboration over traditional design-bid-build methods.

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