IFPQ Fence Removal and Replacement Services, Orange County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is issuing an Invitation for Price Quote (IFPQ) for fence removal and replacement services at the Stanton Maintenance Station located at 8122 Katella Avenue, Stanton, Orange County. The procurement encompasses the removal and legal disposal of approximately 600 linear feet of existing chain-link fence and the installation of approximately 1,060 linear feet of new wrought iron fencing, plus 460 linear feet of perforated sheet panels. Contractors must provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, incidentals, and travel necessary for complete project execution, with work expected to be completed within one month of the June 30, 2026 start date during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding state holidays). Qualified contractors must maintain a valid C-13 Fencing Contractor license or C-23 Ornamental Metal Contractor license from the California Contractors State Licensing Board, possess current Department of Industrial Relations registration, and provide proof of insurance with $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate general liability coverage. A payment bond equal to 100 percent of the contract amount is required if the bid exceeds $25,000. Written questions must be submitted by May 4, 2026, with price quotes due by May 11, 2026, and an estimated award date of May 25, 2026. The agreement will expire on May 31, 2027.

This solicitation is exclusively reserved for certified small businesses (including micro businesses), small businesses for public works purposes, or disabled veteran business enterprises registered with the California Department of General Services. Caltrans must receive at least two price quotes from certified small businesses or disabled veteran business enterprises before making an award. Prevailing wages apply if the total bid exceeds $15,000, as determined by the Department of Industrial Relations for Orange County. The maximum bid cap is $484,000, and no incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation documents. The state reserves the right to reject all quotes and terminate the agreement with 30 days' notice for any or no cause. Contractors must verify all fencing quantities prior to work commencement and designate an authorized representative in writing who shall be present at the work site, with a pre-construction meeting required to finalize the schedule.