Fence Repair and Replacement Services in Los Angeles County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB #07A6012) for fence repair and replacement services across Los Angeles County, targeting specific state routes in District 07. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive chain-link fence repair and replacement services, including all necessary labor, materials, tools, and equipment. Specific deliverables include installing 15,000 linear feet of 6-foot high chain-link fence, 60 walk gates, 60 double gates, and 40 hours of non-routine services. Contractors must possess valid C-13 Fencing Contractor and C-31 Construction Zone Traffic Control Contractor licenses to be eligible. The work is to be performed during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.), excluding state holidays, with a proposed contract period from March 3, 2025, to March 2, 2028. Key dates include a question submission deadline of February 6, 2025, and bid submission due date of February 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

The solicitation includes several set-aside and participation requirements for disadvantaged and small businesses. A 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement is mandatory, with an additional DVBE incentive program available. A 25% Small Business participation goal is encouraged, and certified Small Business or Microbusiness firms can receive a 5% bid preference. Prevailing wage requirements apply for total bid amounts exceeding $15,000. Financial requirements include a payment bond of 100% for service requests over $25,000 and a bidder's bond of 10% for bids $461,000 and greater. Work will be assigned through individual service requests, with each task not to exceed 30 days without approval from the Contract Manager. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive scope and multi-year contract duration suggest a significant potential contract value for the selected vendor.