Public Works Project Bidding -
Frequently Asked Questions

The Public Works Department has provided this list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) to assist our customers who wish to provide a bid on our projects.

If you have a question or know of one that should be on the list, please let us know!  We can be reached at (209) 937-8411 or submit a question or request via the "Ask Stockton" customer service system .

1. Are the project's plans and specifications available on-line?
   
   The Public Works Department hopes to publish this information on the City's website at a future date. Check back periodically for future updates on this issue.
   

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2. How do I bid on a project?
   
   In order to bid on a Public Works project, potential bidders are required to obtain a valid planholder's number*. This number is obtained by purchasing an official set of project plans and specifications from the Public Works Department.
   
   Inside the official set of project plans and specifications are detailed instructions on how to place your bid. If after reviewing these instructions you require further assistance, please contact Public Works at (209) 937-8411 or submit a question or request via the "Ask Stockton" customer service system.
   

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   *Please see question 3 for information on obtaining a planholder's number.
   
   
3. Where do we purchase plans and specifications?
   
   City Public Works project plans and specifications may be purchased from the Public Works Department located at 22 E. Weber Avenue, Stockton, CA 95202.
   
   

   You may also purchase a set via mail service. Such purchase requests must be accompanied by:

   • The project name or number;
   • A check - payable to the City of Stockton - for the correct amount due. (As the cost of project plans and specifications may vary depending upon your request, please contact the Public Works Department at (209) 937-8411 or submit a question or request via the "Ask Stockton" customer service system to obtain the correct cost); and,
   • The company's name, mailing address, phone number, and fax number.

   Public Works plans and specifications are also available for free public viewing at the builders exchanges. However, any bids supplied without a valid planholder's number will not be accepted.

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4. How much is a set of plans and specifications?
   
   The first set costs $35.00. The cost of additional sets varies and is charged to the buyer at actual cost of printing.  There is a $35.00 minimum charge.
   

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5. What types of payment do you accept?
   
   Payments may be made in cash - exact amount only - or by check payable to City of Stockton.
   
   

   Please pay by check if you would like to purchase plans through the mail. The City of Stockton is not responsible for lost cash payments.
   

   The Public Works Department does not accept ATM, check card or credit card payments at this time.
   

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