06-1F4504 HMA (Type A), Cold Plane and Traffic Control

California Department of Transportation District 06 is requesting bids for hot mix asphalt (Type A) placement, cold planing, and traffic control on Route 65 and Route 99 in Kern County under Contract 06-1F4504, with bids due October 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via Bid Express. The project carries a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal of 5 percent and a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal of 5 percent.

Bidders must hold either a Class A contractor's license or a Class C-12 license. The scope encompasses 37 bid items including lead compliance planning, time-related overhead, traffic control systems, temporary barriers, 3,050 tons of HMA Type A asphalt paving, 18,100 square yards of cold planing, pavement markings, signs, and electrical modifications. The project must be completed within 45 working days. Special provisions address lead handling, treated wood waste management and disposal, local material testing and certification, environmental product declarations for hot mix asphalt and concrete, and extensive temporary traffic control with designated lane closure restrictions for holidays and special days. Prevailing wage rates determined by the California Department of Industrial Relations apply.

The estimated project cost is $950,000. Bidders must submit a security deposit equal to at least 10 percent of their bid. Non-federal-aid contract provisions apply, including SBE commitment forms, commercially useful function documentation, and prompt payment monitoring within 7 days for subcontractors and 30 days for material suppliers.