SB Minor B 09A1052 / Traffic stripe, pavement markings, and roadside signs In Kern and Mono Counties at Various Locations

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a qualified small business contractor to perform traffic infrastructure improvements in Kern and Mono Counties through contract number 09A1052. The procurement involves installing wrong way driver signs, pavement delineation, and roadside signage at various locations. Specific deliverables include removing and installing pavement markers, painting traffic stripes, furnishing aluminum signs, and implementing traffic control systems. The project encompasses 23 distinct line items with estimated quantities, such as 1,740 retroreflective recessed pavement markers and 13,500 linear feet of traffic stripe painting. The bid proposal is due on April 10, 2025, with all submissions required to be sent electronically to Justina.Binsfeld@dot.ca.gov. Bids exceeding $461,000 will be automatically rejected, and contractors must comply with all specified administrative requirements, including providing business information, licensing details, and contractor registration numbers.

The contract is specifically designated for small businesses certified under section 2-1.05, with no mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal, though DVBE participation is encouraged. Contractors must be prepared to provide payment bonds and insurance upon contract award if selected as the lowest bidder. The total project value is approximately $413,000, with unit-based pricing determining the final contract amount. Bidders currently in default on another Caltrans contract may have their proposal deemed non-responsive. Contractors must be aware that refusing to execute the contract could result in liability for actual damages or 10% of the bid amount. For accessible versions of solicitation documents, contractors can submit a request at http://bit.ly/dpac-ada or call (916) 654-2852. The procurement emphasizes local infrastructure improvement while providing opportunities for small business participation in state transportation projects.