Contract for construction of HUD-funded curb, gutter and sidewalk SAN dimas area

The City of Bakersfield, California is soliciting sealed bids under Bid No. 26-27-18 for construction of HUD-funded curb, gutter, and sidewalk in the San Dimas area, with a mandatory pre-bid conference on November 13, 2026 and bids due November 19, 2026. Non-attendance at the pre-bid conference results in disqualification.

Bidders must hold a valid California Class C-8 Concrete Contractor's License or equivalent and submit a certified check, cashier's check, or bidder's bond equal to 10 percent of the bid amount. The successful bidder must furnish performance and labor and materials bonds, each equal to 100 percent of the contract price, and obtain a City of Bakersfield Business Tax Certificate before work begins.

The scope covers furnishing all labor, equipment, materials, and services to construct the curb, gutter, and sidewalk improvements. The project is funded through HUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and is subject to Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements, with the higher of federal or state rates applying. Contractors must comply with Section 3 economic opportunity requirements for low- and very-low-income residents and businesses and with EEO provisions under Executive Order 11246. Insurance must include general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation coverage, with the City named as additional insured. Liquidated damages are assessed at $1,000 per day for work not completed by the specified date.

The total budgeted amount is $600,000. The contract is for a one-year period and is contingent upon City Council approval and potential HUD approval. Award is expected by December 16, 2026.

Written questions are due by 12:00 p.m. on November 16, 2026. The pre-bid conference is at 8:30 a.m. on November 13, 2026 in City Hall North, Conference Room B. Sealed bids are due at 11:00 a.m. on November 19, 2026 at the Purchasing Division, 1600 Truxtun Avenue, Second Floor, Bakersfield, California 93301. Full bid specifications are available under the Documents tab after login.