IFB Repair or replacement of damaged concrete foundation (bases) in Los Angeles County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to procure services for the repair or replacement of damaged concrete foundations (bases) for various transportation infrastructure elements along highways in Los Angeles County. The selected contractor will be required to furnish all labor, equipment, tools, materials, work signs, traffic control, incidentals, and travel needed to repair and/or replace damaged concrete foundations for highway lighting standards, ramp metering standards, traffic signal standards, closed-circuit television (CCTV) standards, highway advisory radio (HAR) standards, and associated services and cabinets. The contract will commence on January 9, 2025 (estimated) or upon approval, whichever is later, and expire on June 30, 2027 (estimated). Caltrans will issue service requests to the successful bidder for routine and non-routine repair work, with a maximum term of 3 months per request. Bidders must possess a valid contractor's license and registration with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) at the time of bid submittal and for the duration of the agreement.

Caltrans is committed to meeting a 25% small business participation goal and requires a 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation. Bidders may claim small business or DVBE preferences, and the DVBE Incentive Program will also apply. The total bid amount must not exceed $461,000, and the agreement will utilize prevailing wage rates if the total bid amount exceeds $15,000. Caltrans will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Contractors must provide insurance, bonds, and other required documentation prior to contract execution.