Old Priest Grade Storm Damage Repair Project

Tuolumne County is procuring a public works infrastructure project known as the Old Priest Grade Storm Damage Repair Project (Contract No. 1769B), which involves comprehensive roadway slide repair utilizing cast-in-place concrete grade beams, guardrail installation, and paving. The project requires a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for July 25, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., with sealed bids due by August 3, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. Contractors must possess a Class A Contractor License and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. The project has a 60-calendar day completion timeline with liquidated damages of $4,200 per day for delays, and will be executed in accordance with California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Standard Specifications and Standard Plans dated 2018. Key deliverables include roadway stabilization, installation of concrete grade beams, guardrail replacement, and complete paving restoration. The Engineer's estimated project cost is $380,000, and bidders must submit a 10% bid security along with performance, payment, and maintenance warranty bonds.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project will require compliance with federal and state regulations, including equal employment opportunity, non-discrimination, and prevailing wage standards. Contractors must adhere to comprehensive labor standards and environmental considerations as outlined in the Caltrans Revised Standard Specifications. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project appears to be a county-funded infrastructure improvement initiative focused on roadway safety and stabilization in the Tuolumne County area. The procurement process requires strict adherence to technical specifications, with extensive documentation needed regarding material quality, testing protocols, and construction methods. Potential bidders should carefully review the comprehensive bid book and supplemental specifications to ensure full compliance with all technical and procedural requirements for this infrastructure rehabilitation project.