SB Minor B 04A7211 - Inductive Loop Detector Replacement in Contra Costa County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a Small Business Minor B Contract for an Inductive Loop Detector Replacement project located in Contra Costa County on Route 680, specifically within the cities of Danville and Walnut Creek. The project encompasses six detector locations spanning post miles R6.31 to R13.36, with a comprehensive scope involving traffic monitoring station modifications, electrical work, and system integration. Key deliverables include loop detector replacement, conductor splicing, and implementing a traffic control system with multiple specific line items such as maintaining existing traffic management system elements, job site management, and street sweeping. The solicitation requires unit price-based bidding with a project completion timeline of 20 working days. Proposals are due on April 28, 2025, and must be submitted via email to stacey.toles@dot.ca.gov, with a strict bid ceiling of $461,000.00. Evaluation will consider factors including compliance with technical specifications, Buy America provisions, and submission of required administrative documentation.

The contract is exclusively reserved for certified Small Businesses, with prime contractors required to hold either a Class A or applicable Class C license. While no specific Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal is established, Caltrans encourages DVBE participation. The estimated project value is $197,400.00, and bidders must submit multiple forms including a Subcontractor List and Small Business Status form. Successful contractors will be required to provide Payment Bonds and Insurance upon contract award. The procurement includes provisions for nondiscrimination programs and compliance with civil rights laws. Potential bidders must be prepared to demonstrate current good standing and not be in default on any existing Caltrans contracts. The solicitation emphasizes integration with existing transportation infrastructure and adherence to California Department of Transportation technical standards and specifications.