SB Minor B 03A3951 - Modify Signal and Lighting Systems in El Dorado and Placer Counties

Caltrans is soliciting bids for a Small Business (SB) Minor B contract designated as SB Minor B 03A3951, focused on modifying signal and lighting systems in El Dorado and Placer Counties, specifically covering areas including El Dorado Hills CDP and Placerville City. The procurement involves comprehensive traffic infrastructure improvements, with key deliverables including installation of portable changeable message signs, six automated flagger assistance devices, temporary drainage protection measures, fiber roll installation, concrete sidewalk removal and replacement, and maintenance of existing traffic management systems. The project's estimated value is approximately $260,000 and encompasses 14 distinct line items related to traffic control systems, lead compliance, water pollution control, and signal/lighting modifications. Bid submissions are exclusively accepted via email to stacey.toles@dot.ca.gov, with a strict deadline of March 17, 2025. Bids exceeding $461,000 will be automatically rejected per Public Contract Code 10105(b), and successful bidders will be required to provide payment bonds and insurance upon contract award.

The contract is specifically designated for certified Small Businesses under section 2-1.05, with no mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal, though Caltrans encourages DVBE involvement. Potential bidders must possess appropriate contractor licensing, small business certification, and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. Contractors currently in default with Caltrans may have their bids considered non-responsive and potentially rejected. The procurement documents indicate potential financial consequences for bid non-performance, including potential damages of 10% of the bid amount or actual damages, whichever is lesser. Accessibility for solicitation documents is limited, with interested parties advised to request an accessible version through http://bit.ly/dpac-ada or by calling (916) 654-2852. The contract appears to be structured to support small business participation while maintaining strict compliance with state procurement regulations and infrastructure development standards.