Project Information

Bid Title

California Avenue District Signs

Issuing Agency

City of Palo Alto

Location

California

Published Date

Mar 10, 2026

Closing Date

Apr 7, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Project ID:

Title: California Avenue District Signs

Addenda: 0

Release Date: 3/10/2026

Due Date: 4/7/2026

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California Avenue District Signs

Invitation for Bid- Construction

Public Works-Engineering Services

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Project ID: 197136

Release Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026

· Due Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 3:00pm

Posted Tuesday, March 10, 2026 7:38am

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Draft Response No Bid27 days, 21 hours, 4 minutes

Post Information

Posted At:Tue, Mar 10, 2026 7:38 AM
Sealed Bid Process:Yes (Bids Sealed / Pricing Sealed)
Private Bid:No

Overview

Summary

California Avenue is one of Palo Alto’s most recognizable commercial corridors, serving as a hub for shopping, dining, community gathering, and more activities. Over time, the area has evolved into a pedestrian-oriented destination with strong local identity, yet there is currently no prominent gateway signage that clearly announces arrival to California Avenue or reinforces its character.

The proposed California Avenue gateway signage is the first step in a City-initiated effort to establish a wayfinding sign program that is visually distinctive and are identify markers for the district. The signage is intended to improve wayfinding, strengthen neighborhood branding, and enhance the public realm along the highly visible corridor. There are two proposed signs of the same design style and material palette, including the primary “blade-style” gateway sign, which serves as the visual anchor of the system. A second, smaller complimentary sign will be installed to identify the California Avenue business district from Oregon Expressway.

The proposed signage balances visibility and architectural quality while respecting the surrounding streetscape and applicable sign code constraints. Its form, color palette, and material selection are intended to complement California Avenue’s existing character and match a future wayfinding sign program.

Timeline

Bid Post Date:

March 10, 2026

Question and Clarifications Due Date and Time:

March 24, 2026, 1:00pm

Question Response Deadline:

March 31, 2026, 3:00pm

Bid Due Date and Time:

April 7, 2026, 3:00pm

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