Furnish and place polyester concrete overlay.

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued a state and local contract opportunity for a transportation infrastructure project in Kern County, specifically targeting various locations between Grapevine Creek Bridge and Kern River Flood Canal Bridge. The procurement involves furnishing and placing a polyester concrete overlay, with a project scope requiring 110 working days to complete. Contractors interested in bidding must possess either a Class A license or a combination of C-8 and C-12 licenses that constitute the majority of the project work. The electronic bidding process will be conducted through the Caltrans Construction Contract Award website, with the bid package becoming available on January 21, 2025, and the official bid opening scheduled for February 20, 2025. Bidders are required to access project specifications, plans, and detailed information through the Department of Transportation website, with potential questions to be submitted via the Bidder Inquiries website or CaleProcure California State Contracts Register.

The contract opportunity demonstrates a commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion, incorporating Title VI Civil Rights Act compliance language in both English and Spanish. This approach ensures non-discrimination and provides full opportunity for disadvantaged business enterprises to participate in the bidding process. The estimated project value is $3,380,000, positioning it as a significant infrastructure investment for Kern County. The procurement appears to be open to a wide range of qualified contractors, with an emphasis on supporting small and disadvantaged businesses. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical capabilities, appropriate licensing, and compliance with civil rights regulations to be considered for the project. The electronic bidding process and comprehensive documentation suggest a transparent and competitive selection methodology designed to secure the most qualified contractor for the polyester concrete overlay implementation.