10-1M4804 Cold Plane, HMA, Curb Ramp, Culvert, and Modify Electrical System

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids on Contract 10-1M4804 for cold planing, hot mix asphalt placement, curb ramp construction, culvert work, and electrical system modifications on State Route 59 in Merced County, with bids opening November 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via Bid Express.

Contractors must hold either a Class A license or a combination of Class C licenses (C-12, C-10) constituting a majority of the work. The project requires nine trainees or apprentices under the federal training program. Prevailing wage rates set by the California Department of Industrial Relations apply to all work; contractors must also comply with federal minimum wage requirements when they exceed state rates. Buy America requirements apply to applicable materials.

The work spans two segments on State Route 59: from 0.1 mile north of Hoffman Avenue to 14th Street and from 0.1 mile south of 13th Street to 0.1 mile west of Bear Creek Overcrossing. The scope includes 85 line items covering traffic control systems, pavement work, drainage infrastructure, concrete work, sign installation, and electrical modifications. Caltrans furnishes specific electrical components including loop detector sensor units, controller assemblies, and battery backup system components, which contractors must pick up at Caltrans Electrical Maintenance in Stockton, California. Contractors must coordinate with Union Pacific Railroad for flagging services (estimated at approximately 4 days) and obtain encroachment permits from the City of Merced.

The estimated project cost is $9.3 million with a completion timeline of 170 working days. Bidder's security of at least 10 percent of the total bid amount is required. Bids must be submitted on a unit price basis. Contractors must submit a Level 2 Critical Path Method schedule, stormwater pollution prevention plan or water pollution control plan, dispute resolution advisor nomination, and contingency plans for cold-planing and paving activities. A site-specific safety program with a designated safety representative meeting specific certifications and qualifications is mandatory. Lane closure restrictions apply to designated holidays and special days.