SB Minor B 02A2429 - Census and EMS Upgrade - Shasta and Plumas Counties

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking proposals for a Small Business Minor B contract (No. 02A2429) focusing on Census and EMS Upgrade work in Plumas and Shasta Counties. The project involves electrical system upgrades, loop detector installations, and traffic monitoring station modifications across multiple locations on Routes 70, 273, and 299. Key deliverables include implementing a lead compliance plan, installing construction area signs, developing a traffic control system, deploying portable radar speed feedback sign systems, and managing portable changeable message signs. The project requires electrical and infrastructure improvements with a total estimated project cost of $192,500 and must be completed within 10 working days. Proposals are due on Thursday, May 15, 2025, and must be submitted via email to Jomlonglak.Kamaay@dot.ca.gov. Prime contractors must possess either a Class A or applicable Class C license and utilize the 2024 Edition of Standard Specifications and Standard Plans. Bidders will be evaluated based on their ability to meet technical specifications, provide comprehensive project management, and demonstrate compliance with all required certifications and environmental regulations.

The procurement is exclusively restricted to Certified Small Businesses, with a maximum bid amount of $461,000. While no specific Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal is established, Caltrans encourages DVBE participation. Bidders must submit multiple documentation forms, including a Price Quote Proposal, Subcontractor List, and various certifications related to civil rights, non-discrimination, and environmental compliance. The contract includes provisions for prompt payment and requires contractors to have a current state contractor's license, federal ID number, and Department of Industrial Relations registration number. Potential bidders should note that refusing to execute contract forms could result in damages up to 10% of the bid amount, and contractors currently in default on other Caltrans contracts may be disqualified. The project will involve upgrades to existing traffic monitoring stations and flashing beacon systems, requiring careful integration with current infrastructure. Payment bonds and insurance will be required for the awarded contractor, and all documentation must adhere to Caltrans' specified accessibility and regulatory standards.