SB Minor B 08A3840 - Construct Overhead Safety Lighting in San Bernardino County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a Small Business Minor B contractor to construct overhead safety lighting at two maintenance stations in San Bernardino County, specifically located in Phelan and San Bernardino. The project involves installing various traffic and safety infrastructure components, including Type III barricades, surface-mounted channelizers, construction area signs, and a comprehensive lighting system modification. The contract has a defined scope of work with 10 line items and an estimated project duration of 60 working days. Key deliverables include implementing a lead compliance plan, developing a water pollution control program, and executing a traffic control system. The bid proposal requires detailed documentation, including small business certification, state contractor's license information, and Department of Industrial Relations registration. Quotes are due on April 15, 2025, with an estimated project cost of $323,560.00, and bids must be submitted electronically to stacey.toles@dot.ca.gov.

The procurement is exclusively reserved for certified Small Businesses, with 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. Bids exceeding $461,000.00 will be automatically rejected, and contracts over $25,000 will require a payment bond. Bidders must complete various civil rights and contract requirement forms, demonstrating compliance with state procurement regulations. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specified criteria, with potential consequences for contractor default, including liability for actual damages or 10% of the bid amount if the contractor refuses to execute contract forms. Payment bonds and insurance will be required upon contract award for the selected vendor.