Rubberized HMA and partial depth recycling.

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids for a highway improvement project located in San Bernardino County, specifically on State Route 62 in Twentynine Palms from Athol Avenue to Gopher Grove Lane. This construction procurement involves rubberized HMA (hot mix asphalt) and partial depth recycling work, with an estimated project value of $4,000,000. Contractors must hold either a Class A license or a Class C-12 license, which represents the predominant work classification for this project. The project must be completed within 45 working days from the notice to proceed. Bid packages became available on May 4, 2026, with the bid opening scheduled for May 28, 2026. Interested bidders can access all plans, specifications, and project information through the Caltrans Construction Contract Award website and may submit project-specific inquiries through the Caltrans Bidder Inquiries website, while general questions regarding deadlines and bidder forms should be directed to the analyst listed on the CaleProcure California State Contracts Register.

The contract includes compliance requirements under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which ensures that disadvantaged business enterprises are afforded full opportunity to submit bids without discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. The procurement is conducted through electronic bidding, allowing qualified contractors to participate in a competitive bidding process. No incumbent vendors or technology integration requirements were specified in the available contract documentation. The project carries an estimated value of $4,000,000, representing a substantial highway construction opportunity for qualified contractors in the region. Bidders are required to demonstrate their qualifications and capacity to complete the work within the specified 45-working-day timeframe while maintaining compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.