ON-CALL CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES
The Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) is seeking up to five qualified consulting firms for on-call construction management services for transportation improvement projects throughout Contra Costa County. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) solicits comprehensive construction management services including pre-construction activities, project administration, field oversight, inspection, schedule and reporting, public outreach, environmental coordination, and materials testing. Specific projects include traffic signal modernization, smart signals, complete streets, shared mobility hubs, and bicycle facilities across ten anticipated projects ranging from $1.2 million to $30 million in construction value. Key deliverables include constructability reviews, contract coordination, document control, change order management, and regulatory compliance following Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual guidelines. The procurement timeline includes a pre-proposal conference on January 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. via Zoom, with written questions due by January 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Proposals are due February 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. through the PlanetBids e-procurement system, with potential interviews to follow.
Proposers must be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations and demonstrate familiarity with federal procedures, Caltrans guidelines, and local agency coordination, with preference given to firms with local presence in Contra Costa County. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation goals will be applied, though the specific percentage was not detailed. The anticipated maximum aggregate contract value for all five awards is $15 million, though this amount is not guaranteed. Contracts will be cost-plus-fixed-fee arrangements, with fixed fees capped at ten percent and established through five-year Master Services Agreements. Subconsultant costs will be reimbursed at cost without markup, and selected firms will enter into agreements with task orders issued for specific projects. Proposers must provide certifications regarding debarment, lobbying activities, Iran contracting compliance, and indirect cost rates. The projects will be funded through a combination of local, state, and federal sources, with contracts subject to prevailing wage requirements and federal funding regulations.
California 2/14/26, 1:00 AM 12/19/25, 3:00 AM Rubberized HMA and partial depth recycling.
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids for a highway improvement project located in San Bernardino County, specifically on State Route 62 in Twentynine Palms from Athol Avenue to Gopher Grove Lane. This construction procurement involves rubberized HMA (hot mix asphalt) and partial depth recycling work, with an estimated project value of $4,000,000. Contractors must hold either a Class A license or a Class C-12 license, which represents the predominant work classification for this project. The project must be completed within 45 working days from the notice to proceed. Bid packages became available on May 4, 2026, with the bid opening scheduled for May 28, 2026. Interested bidders can access all plans, specifications, and project information through the Caltrans Construction Contract Award website and may submit project-specific inquiries through the Caltrans Bidder Inquiries website, while general questions regarding deadlines and bidder forms should be directed to the analyst listed on the CaleProcure California State Contracts Register.
The contract includes compliance requirements under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which ensures that disadvantaged business enterprises are afforded full opportunity to submit bids without discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. The procurement is conducted through electronic bidding, allowing qualified contractors to participate in a competitive bidding process. No incumbent vendors or technology integration requirements were specified in the available contract documentation. The project carries an estimated value of $4,000,000, representing a substantial highway construction opportunity for qualified contractors in the region. Bidders are required to demonstrate their qualifications and capacity to complete the work within the specified 45-working-day timeframe while maintaining compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.
California 5/28/26, 5:00 PM 5/4/26, 3:00 AM Rock Pile Communications Improvement Project
The City of Tehachapi is requesting sealed bids for the Rock Pile Communications Improvement Project at the Tehachapi Event Center and Rodeo Grounds, with proposals due May 26, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at City Hall Annex, 117 South Robinson Street, Tehachapi, California 93561.
The work comprises concrete, minor mechanical and electrical work, precast building installation coordination, and selective demolition on top of the Rock Pile. Scope includes 12 line items: mobilization and demobilization, clearing and grubbing, construction survey and staking, aggregate base preparation (30 tons), prefabrication building coordination, electrical and lighting components, mechanical components, concrete foundations for a door landing and HVAC condenser (2 cubic yards), concrete foundation for a radio antenna and tower baseplate (4 cubic yards), exterior site electrical conduit and conductors installation (200 linear feet), a new sub panel, and selective demolition. Bidders must hold California contractor licensing appropriate to the class of work and must be registered and qualified to perform public work under Labor Code Section 1725.5. Prevailing wage requirements as determined by the California Department of Industrial Relations apply. The contractor must maintain workers' compensation insurance with statutory limits, general and automobile liability insurance, and builders' risk insurance, and provide a one-year guarantee on all materials and workmanship following acceptance.
Each bidder must submit a proposal guarantee of not less than 10 percent of the total bid amount in the form of cash, cashier's check, certified check, or bidder's bond. The successful bidder must execute performance and payment bonds each equal to 100 percent of the contract amount within 15 calendar days of award notification. Contract documents are available for examination at the City's office for a non-refundable $30 deposit per set. A non-mandatory job walk is scheduled for May 7, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at the same location. Award will be made to the lowest responsible responsive bidder.
California 5/26/26, 3:00 AM 5/5/26, 3:00 AM RFQ Off Grid PV Solar System Battery Replacements
The USDA Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Region, is requesting quotes for inspection, testing, and replacement of damaged Lithium Ion and Lead Acid batteries on off-grid photovoltaic mobile solar systems at four national forest locations in California, with quotes due September 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors).
The four performance locations are Los Padres National Forest Pacific Valley Fire Station, Plumas National Forest Frenchman Work Center, Cleveland National Forest Pine Hills Fire Station, and Sequoia National Forest Blackrock Work Center. Work runs September 10, 2026, through November 9, 2026, with delivery required by November 2, 2026. The solicitation is for one lump sum item. Offerors must submit a completed SF 1449, a price proposal with schedule of items, and a technical proposal including a detailed work plan, past performance information for three similar projects completed within the last three years, and reference contact information.
Evaluation follows lowest price technically acceptable criteria: the Government will evaluate only the lowest priced offer for technical acceptability and past performance; if unacceptable, evaluation proceeds to the next lowest priced offer sequentially until an acceptable offer is identified. Service Contract Labor Standards provisions apply, with wage determinations for electrician maintenance positions across Kern, Monterey, Plumas, and San Diego counties ranging from $36.16 to $37.45 per hour. Questions are due August 31, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time. Site visits are encouraged but not required. Award of a firm fixed price purchase order is anticipated for one contractor, with offers remaining firm for 90 calendar days from receipt date. Offerors must submit proposals as separate Adobe PDF documents to christopher.malley@usda.gov and pps.proposals@usda.gov.
California 9/4/26, 3:00 AM 8/22/26, 3:00 AM Professional Support Services for the D4 Traffic Controller System
The City of Stockton is requesting proposals for five years of professional support services for the D4 traffic signal controller software system, with proposals due October 9, 2026.
The scope encompasses technical support, maintenance, and operational assistance for the D4 traffic control system. Qualified vendors must demonstrate experience and expertise in D4 traffic controller systems, including software support and traffic signal management. This is a locally funded contract with no state or federal appropriations.
The contract term is five years. Prospective bidders should review the complete bid documents for specific response requirements, pricing structures, service level requirements, and any scheduled pre-bid meetings or site visits.
California 10/9/26, 3:00 AM 9/11/26, 3:00 AM