Overhead Door Removal and Replacement

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #01A6493 for overhead door removal and replacement services across maintenance stations in Del Norte and Humboldt Counties. The procurement specifically requires a contractor to provide comprehensive labor, tools, materials, and equipment to remove and replace a total of 12 overhead doors: four 19' x 12'1" doors at the south shop, seven 8'7" x 10'2" doors at the north barn, and one 12' x 13'6" door at the office/shop. A mandatory pre-bid site inspection is scheduled for April 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Crescent City Maintenance Station, with written questions due by April 25, 2025. Bid submissions are due by May 1, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with bid opening at 2:30 p.m. the same day. Contractors must possess a valid Class C61/D28 Doors, Gates and Activation Devices license from the California Contractors State Licensing Board and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. The project requires compliance with various state regulations, including Senate Bill 1383 for organic waste recycling, and will have a contract period from July 1, 2025, to November 30, 2025.

The solicitation encourages participation from small businesses, micro businesses, and disabled veteran business enterprises (DVBE), offering a 5% small business preference and a potential 5% DVBE incentive. The total bid proposal must not exceed $461,000.00, with unit pricing required for door removal, installation, and hourly labor rates for unforeseen work. Prevailing wage rates will apply to the project, adding additional cost considerations for potential bidders. The procurement is designed to be inclusive, providing opportunities for diverse business types while maintaining strict qualification standards. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical capability to handle complex door removal and replacement tasks across multiple maintenance facilities. The project's structure suggests a competitive bidding process that values both technical expertise and business diversity, with clear economic thresholds and performance expectations.