SB Minor B 03A3907 - Grind Existing Concrete Pavement and Modify Ramp Metering Systems - Sacramento County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking qualified small business contractors for State Highway 51 improvements in Sacramento County, specifically targeting a contract (No. 03A3907) involving concrete pavement grinding, hot mix asphalt modification, and ramp metering system upgrades. The project spans locations from H Street Undercrossing to E Street Undercrossing, with precise work including removal of 21,200 square feet of asphalt concrete pavement, grinding 660 square yards of concrete pavement, installing 59 retroreflective pavement markers, applying thermoplastic traffic stripes, and modifying ramp metering systems and traffic monitoring stations. Key deliverables encompass traffic control systems, water pollution control measures, construction area signs, and temporary drainage inlet protection. The total estimated project cost is approximately $370,000, with a strict timeline of 25 working days for completion. Bids are due by December 9, 2024, and must be submitted via email to stacey.toles@dot.ca.gov, with a critical stipulation that any bid exceeding $461,000 will be automatically rejected under Public Contract Code 10105(b).

This procurement is exclusively reserved for certified Small Businesses, with contractors required to demonstrate certification at the time of quote submission. While the California Department of Transportation establishes no specific Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal, they strongly encourage DVBE participation. Contractors must be prepared to provide a payment bond equal to 100% of the total bid for contracts exceeding $25,000, though a performance bond is not mandatory. Liquidated damages are structured with penalties ranging from $2,800 to $5,600 per 10-minute interval for late project closures. The contract includes provisions for lead compliance, job site management, and necessary industrial safety requirements. Notably, the solicitation documents currently lack digital accessibility, with updates to be applied as they become available, and interested parties can request accessible versions through a provided web link or by calling (916) 654-2852. The project's financial scope suggests a competitive bidding environment for small businesses specializing in transportation infrastructure improvements.