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Mission Statement

The Engineering Division supports all customers by providing technical, timely, and cost-effective solutions that promote environmentally sustainable infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Delivering facilities and infrastructures that meet the needs of City residents
Complying with standards and requirements established in the engineering guidelines and the City's Master Plan

Core Services

Manage, plan, design, and construct public facilities and infrastructure; the key operational services utilized to carry out this core service include:
- Streets and road systems
- Traffic and transportation systems
- Storm sewer and sanitary sewer systems
- Public Buildings
- Parks and Recreation facilities
Regulate/facilitate private development; the key services utilized to carry out this core service include:
- Encroachment Permits
- Hauling Permits
- Grading Permits
- Geological Hazard Review
- Tentative Maps
- Parcel / Final Maps
- Utility permits
- Transportation permits
Encroachment Permits

Applications or questions can be submitted to EngDevelopment@ssf.net. Call 650-829-6652 for scheduling.

Public Works Inspections

Please schedule a minimum of 24 hours in advance by calling (650) 829-6656.
Engineering Permits
Engineering Permits can be submitted via email to EngDevelopment@ssf.net. Include the project address or location in the email subject. Please submit either a filled out PDF or a scan of the signed application along with any related files. Submissions greater than 10MB must be submitted via a download link or a mailed USB drive.

Permit fees and deposits may be paid through the SSF Permit Center. See the Guide on How to Pay(PDF, 655KB).
Inspections should be scheduled a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Please call (650)-829-6656 to schedule inspections.
Sewer Lateral 'Point of Sale' Ordinance
As of June 21st 2022, a property owner must possess a Sewer Lateral Compliance Certificate prior to selling their home or property. The City of South San Francisco Engineering Division has prepared resources to help residents answer questions they may have and understand the inspection process.
Mapping Services
Mapping Applications can be submitted via email to EngDevelopment@ssf.net. Include the project address or location in the email subject. Please submit either a filled out PDF or a scan of the signed application along with any related files. Submissions greater than 10MB must be submitted via a download link or a mailed USB drive.

Mapping fees and deposits may be paid through the SSF Permit Center. See the Guide on How to Pay(PDF, 655KB).
Temporary Storage Container Policy
The permittee is responsible for complying with all requirements listed in the policy, including proper placement and safety measures. The City may also require removal or relocation of the container depending on various factors. Please see the resources below for assistance in understanding and complying with this policy.
Mapping Services
Mapping Applications can be submitted via email to EngDevelopment@ssf.net. Include the project address or location in the email subject. Please submit either a filled out PDF or a scan of the signed application along with any related files. Submissions greater than 10MB must be submitted via a download link or a mailed USB drive.

Mapping fees and deposits may be paid through the SSF Permit Center. See the Guide on How to Pay(PDF, 655KB).
Bids and Proposals
The City of South San Francisco is currently transitioning from a paper-based solicitation process to an electronic bidding and vendor registration system. Please see our new e-Procurement Portal for opportunities to do business with us.

Our new e-Procurement Portal will allow prospective bidders to do the following:
- Register to receive notifications of future opportunities by signing up for our new e-Procurement Portal and selecting Subscribe to create an account
- Follow along with updates to existing opportunities by finding the opportunity and clicking the “Follow” button. This will allow all interested bidders to received amendments and addenda automatically.
- Submit questions and receive answers regarding open bids opportunities
- Guide vendors through the process of responding electronically to RFPs, bids, etc. to ensure your bids have been accurately completed.
- There is no cost for vendors to register, navigate, or participate in e-Procurement Portal.
- Ultimately, be your one location for all bid opportunities issued by City of South San Francisco.
To get started, sign up for a vendor account below. You’ll receive an email to activate your vendor account.

Then subscribe to our bids by navigating to the e-Procurement Portal and clicking the green subscribe button. For more information about how to register, please see our e-Procurement Help File below.
e-Procurement Portal

Sign Up for a Vendor Account

e-Procurement Help File
We look forward to receiving your bids!
- Sample Agreement for Public Improvement Projects(PDF, 273KB) (Consultants)
- Sample Agreement for Public Improvement Projects(PDF, 1MB) (Contractors)
- Informal Bidding 2019 Application(PDF, 337KB)
For more information, please contact us at (650) 829-6652.
Resources
Oyster Point Environmental Monitoring Documents

Additional Contact

Email

Permits and Mapping
EngDevelopment@ssf.net

Non-emergency Issues, Bids, and Proposals
engineering@ssf.net

Quick Links

Capital Improvement Projects Interactive Map

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