To: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
From: JANE CHUNG, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
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APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH SAN PEDRO SIGN COMPANY FOR THE KING HARBOR GATEWAY SIGN REPLACEMENT PROJECT FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $158,786 AND THE TERM AUGUST 4, 2026 TO AUGUST 3, 2027
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On December 9, 2025, the City Council selected the final design for the King Harbor Gateway Sign Replacement project, which includes the City's new logo, and directed staff to initiate procurement. Staff selected San Pedro Sign Company (SPESCO) to manufacture, install, and paint the King Harbor Gateway Sign. Staff recommends the City Council approve the proposed Agreement with SPESCO to execute the project.
BACKGROUND
Following City Council's direction on the final design, staff began procurement for a sign manufacturer/installer and painting contractor. Per Redondo Beach Municipal Code 2-6.1.09, "public projects over $60,000 to $200,000 may be let to contract by informal bidding procedures pursuant to Section 2-6.1.03 (Informal Bidding)." In accordance with this requirement, staff requested written quotes from multiple licensed and qualified contractors. Based on the responses received, staff selected SPESCO.
SPECSCO is a full-service electrical sign manufacturer and installation firm based in Wilmington, CA and is known for producing a wide range of custom signs for both private clients and public agencies. The firm fabricated the San Pedro gateway sign on Sixth Street, the marquee for Torrance's THE ATTIC Teen Center, and the King Harbor Gateway Sign, which they refurbished in July 2004 and again in August 2015.
Per the Agreement, SPESCO will be responsible for replacing the arched illuminated sign panels, updating the lower signage, and repainting the sign poles and supporting structure. At their December 9, 2025 meeting, the City Council approved updating the lower signage to read: "PIER HOTELS RESTAURANTS SEASIDE LAGOON FISHING." The project i...
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