The Conservancy’s Mission
The San Joaquin River Conservancy is a regionally governed agency created to develop and manage the San Joaquin River Parkway, a planned 22-mile natural and recreational area in the floodplain extending from Friant Dam to Highway 99. The Conservancy’s mission includes acquiring approximately 5,900 acres from willing sellers; developing, operating, and managing those lands for public access and recreation; and protecting, enhancing, and restoring riparian and floodplain habitat.
San Joaquin River Conservancy Act
San Joaquin River Parkway Master Plan Update
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Announcements:
Our Next Conservancy Board Meeting
is scheduled for Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.
Agenda/Packet/Presentation
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Notice of Invitation for Bid (IFB)
Wildwood Native Park Maintenance Services
The San Joaquin River Conservancy (SJRC) is soliciting bids for maintenance/janitorial services at Wildwood Native Park, located on the Madera County side of the San Joaquin River just east of Highway 41. Sealed bid packets will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. April 6, 2023, and must be mailed to the San Joaquin River Conservancy, 5469 E. Olive Ave., Fresno, CA, 93727. Bids must be completed as required by the IFB. Faxed and emailed bids will not be accepted. The contract will be awarded to the Best Responsible Bidder, which in the discretion of the Conservancy, will provide services in compliance with the contract and in the best interests of the State and the public. The contract term will be approximately 3 years. Prospective bidders can secure a copy of the IFB by clicking on the link below.
http://sjrc.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IFB-C22100016-WNP-Maintenance-Services.pdf
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Notice of Invitation for Bid (IFB)
Wildwood Native Park Patrolled Security Services
The San Joaquin River Conservancy (SJRC) is soliciting bids for security services at Wildwood Native Park, located on the Madera County side of the San Joaquin River just east of Highway 41. Services include, but are not limited to: patrolling prior to closing of the park, clearing out visitors, securing and locking restrooms, and locking the entrance gate at dusk; providing daily patrol reports, and monitoring for property maintenance issues. Sealed bid packets will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. April 3, 2023, and must be mailed to the San Joaquin River Conservancy, 5469 E. Olive Ave., Fresno, CA, 93727. Bids must be completed as required by the IFB. Faxed and emailed bids will not be accepted. The contract will be awarded to the Best Responsible Bidder, which in the discretion of the Conservancy, will provide services in compliance with the contract and in the best interests of the State and the public. The contract term will be approximately 3 years. Prospective bidders can secure a copy of the IFB by clicking on the link below.
http://sjrc.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/AMENDED-IFB-_C22100005_WNP_Security.pdf
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Notice of Request for Proposals (RFP)
Prioritized, Structured, and Reasoned Approach to Delivering Improved and Expanded Operation and Maintenance
Notice is hereby given that the San Joaquin River Conservancy (a State of California agency) is seeking a qualified, reliable, innovative, and responsive organization to provide a prioritized, structured, and reasoned approach to delivering improved and expanded operation and maintenance for the San Joaquin River Parkway. The San Joaquin River Conservancy is a regionally governed agency created to develop and manage the San Joaquin River Parkway, a planned 22-mile natural and recreational area in the floodplain extending from Friant Dam to Highway 99. The Conservancy’s mission includes acquiring approximately 5,900 acres from willing sellers; developing, operating, and managing those lands for public access and recreation; and protecting, enhancing, and restoring riparian and floodplain habitat. Sealed proposals will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. January 16, 2023, by the San Joaquin River Conservancy, 5469 E. Olive Ave., Fresno, CA, 93727. Proposals must be completed as required by the RFP. The contract will be awarded to the Best Responsible Proposer, which in the discretion of the Conservancy, will provide services in compliance with the contract and in the best interests of the State and the public. The contract term will be approximately two years. Prospective proposers can secure a copy of the RFP from the Conservancy at the above address, or via email at Rebecca.Raus@sjrc.ca.gov or John.Shelton@sjrc.ca.gov.
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Notice of Request for Proposals (RFP)
Ball Ranch/Ledger Island Recreation Operations, Programs, Retail, Rental and Caretaking Services
Notice is hereby given that the San Joaquin River Conservancy (a State of California agency) is seeking a qualified, reliable, innovative, and responsive operator to provide recreation services at Ball Ranch/Ledger Island through a service agreement. Ball Ranch/Ledger Island is a publicly owned fishing, picnicking, and outdoor recreation venue located within the San Joaquin River Parkway, approximately 4.5 miles south of Friant Dam. Baseline operations and management, and supplemental recreation-related programs, events, rentals, retail, and caretaking services will be secured through this RFP. Sealed proposals will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. December 7, 2022, by the San Joaquin River Conservancy, 5469 E. Olive Ave., Fresno, CA, 93727. Proposals must be completed as required by the RFP. The contract will be awarded to the Best Responsible Proposer, which in the discretion of the Conservancy, will provide services in compliance with the contract and in the best interests of the State and the public. The contract term will be approximately three years. Prospective proposers can secure a copy of the RFP from the Conservancy at the above address, or via email at Rebecca.Raus@sjrc.ca.gov or John.Shelton@sjrc.ca.gov.
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Notice Office Closure
The Conservancy office is closed to the public until further notice due to COVID-19 related directives and orders from state and local agencies to prevent the spread of the virus. However, in order to provide the public with continuity of service while protecting both you and our employees, the Conservancy remains open for business and you can contact staff by email and regular mail. Because our office has transitioned to full telework for the duration of this emergency event, there may be some delay as we work to respond to all requests in a timely manner. General inquiries may be sent to the addresses listed on our Contact Page. We have all of our emails and phone calls forwarded. You may also reach us at our general email: info@sjrc.ca.gov and office telephone (559) 253-7324. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we all work through this public health crisis.
All Californians are encouraged to follow the advice of the California Department of Public Health and local health agencies to prevent the spread of the virus.
COVID-19 – Calling Healthy Californians! For a list of things you can do to help your community and neighbors during this emergency.
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