SB Minor B 04A7210 - Inductive Loop Detector Replacement in Alameda County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a certified small business contractor to perform inductive loop detector replacement on State Highway Route 24 in Alameda County, specifically located 0.2 miles west of Kay Avenue Overcrossing. The procurement is a Small Business Minor B Contract (Contract No. 04A7210) involving multiple project components including maintaining existing traffic management system elements, modifying traffic monitoring stations and ramp metering systems, job site management, preparing a water pollution control program, and installing construction area signs. Key deliverables include loop detector replacements on mainline and on-ramps, with a total project duration of 6 working days. The bid proposal requires unit price-based quotes, with bids due on April 24, 2025, and must be submitted electronically via email to stacey.toles@dot.ca.gov. Contractors must possess either a Class A or applicable Class C license and will be evaluated based on being the lowest responsible bidder. The project will be awarded within 30 days after bid opening, with a comprehensive scope involving electrical systems, standard specifications dated 2024, and 8 total project plans.

This procurement is specifically set aside for certified small businesses, with no mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal, though DVBE participation is encouraged. Bid submissions exceeding $461,000 will be automatically rejected, and payment bonds will be required for total bids over $25,000. The estimated project budget is approximately $64,350.00, with potential contract damages up to 10% of the bid amount for contractors refusing to execute contract forms. Bidders must submit all documentation electronically, with accessibility accommodations available upon request through http://bit.ly/dpac-ada or by calling (916) 654-2852. The contract includes provisions for job site management, traffic control, and environmental considerations such as water pollution control program preparation. Interested contractors must carefully review all solicitation documents available on the Cal eProcure website and ensure compliance with all specified requirements and qualifications.