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Construction Contracts Guide

Refer to the Construction Contracts Guide for general information about the bidding and contract award process for construction projects.

Engineering Documents and References

  • WHITEBOOK 2024 Edition (City Supplement to the GREENBOOK): Review City-specific modifications and requirements that supplement regional public works standards. Contractors should consult this document to ensure compliance with San Diego construction specifications.
  • San Diego Standard Drawings: Access the City's approved construction details and standard drawings used on public infrastructure projects. Essential for understanding design requirements, construction methods, and project expectations.
  • Additional Engineering Documents and References: Find technical standards, engineering guidance, and supporting reference materials used throughout City design and construction projects. Useful for project planning, design coordination, and construction compliance.

Outreach

  • Advertisement Resources: Directory of newspapers, trade publications, ethnic media outlets, websites, and other advertising channels—along with contact information, deadlines, and publication details—to help public agencies and contractors publicize contracting and employment opportunities to diverse audiences.
  • Outreach Resource List: Directory of community organizations, business associations, media outlets, and advocacy groups that helps agencies and contractors expand outreach and promote contracting, employment, and business opportunities to diverse and underrepresented communities throughout the region.
  • SLBE Good Faith Effort Submittal Instructions: Know the outreach, documentation, and subcontracting steps bidders must take to demonstrate meaningful efforts to include qualified small and local businesses in City contracting opportunities subject to the Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Program when participation goals are not met.
  • Directory of Certified SLBE/ELBE Firms: Look up small and local businesses that have been certified as Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBE) or Emerging Local Business Enterprises (ELBE) by the City. 
  • Directory of Certified DBE Firms: Look up businesses that have been certified as Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) under the California Unified Certification Program.