SB Minor B 10A2732 Replace Existing Concrete Railing with Steel Railing in Tuolumne rebid of 10A2696

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting competitive bids for a highway infrastructure improvement project located in Tuolumne County, specifically on State Highway 120. The primary scope of work involves replacing approximately 1,300 linear feet of existing concrete railing with steel railing, with an estimated project duration of 25 working days. Key deliverables include installation of construction area signs, implementing a traffic control system, establishing water pollution control measures, and executing a lead compliance plan. The project requires precise construction methodologies, including temporary traffic control and compliance with environmental and safety regulations. Interested contractors must submit their sealed bids electronically to Justina.Binsfeld@dot.ca.gov by November 27, 2024, with strict adherence to submission guidelines. Bids exceeding $461,000 will be automatically rejected, and the estimated project cost is $326,350. Bidders must provide unit prices for specific construction items and demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the project specifications.

This procurement opportunity is exclusively reserved for certified Small Businesses, with no mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal, though DVBE participation is encouraged. Contractors must possess a valid California contractor's license and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. The bid requires comprehensive documentation, including a lead compliance plan, construction area signs, traffic control system details, and job site management protocols. Successful bidders will be required to furnish payment bonds and provide appropriate insurance coverage upon contract award. Accessibility accommodations are available through a specific request process at http://bit.ly/dpac-ada or by calling (916) 654-2852. The contract anticipates a relatively compact project timeline of 25 working days, with unit-price based compensation and potential prevailing wage requirements. Contractors should be prepared to demonstrate technical competence, regulatory compliance, and the ability to execute the highway infrastructure improvement within the specified parameters.