IFB- Positive Location of Underground Utility Facility (Potholing) Services - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma Counties.

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking bids for an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to provide Positive Location of Underground Utility Facility (Potholing) Services across multiple counties and cities in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California regions. The procurement covers Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma Counties, including specific cities and census-designated places. The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all necessary labor, equipment, tools, materials, supplies, traffic control, standard traffic control signage, and incidentals required to perform underground utility location services. The primary objective is to accurately identify and map underground utility infrastructure to support Caltrans' infrastructure and construction projects. The solicitation was posted on December 11, 2024, with proposals due by December 26, 2024. Potential bidders are advised that the current solicitation documents may have limited digital accessibility, and interested parties can request an accessible version by submitting a request online or calling (916) 654-2852.

While specific set-aside designations or enterprise restrictions are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the solicitation appears to be a standard competitive bidding process open to qualified contractors with expertise in underground utility location services. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. The procurement covers a wide geographic area spanning nine counties, suggesting a potentially significant contract value, though specific budget ranges or estimated contract values are not disclosed. Contractors will need to demonstrate capabilities in precise underground utility mapping, traffic control, and comprehensive service delivery across diverse urban and rural environments. The scope of work implies a technical, specialized service requiring advanced equipment, skilled personnel, and the ability to work in multiple jurisdictions with potentially varying regulatory requirements. Interested bidders should carefully review the full IFB document (IFB_04A7140.pdf) for complete details on qualifications, submission requirements, and specific technical specifications.