SB Minor B 10A2763 / Replace Right of Way Fence in Stanislaus County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a certified Small Business contractor to replace right of way fence along State Route 5 in Stanislaus County, specifically from post mile 16.9 to 18.3. The project involves removing approximately 9,240 linear feet of existing wire mesh fence with wood posts and installing new wire mesh fence with metal posts. Key deliverables include installation of construction area signs, implementation of traffic control requirements, and environmental protection measures for the San Joaquin Kit Fox habitat. Contractors must possess either a Class A or applicable Class C license. The solicitation requires email submission of bids to Justina.Binsfeld@dot.ca.gov by February 18, 2025 at 2:15 p.m., with a specified work completion timeline of 40 working days. Evaluation will focus on compliance with project specifications, licensing requirements, and adherence to submission guidelines.

The contract is specifically set aside for certified Small Businesses, with no mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal, though DVBE participation is encouraged. The estimated project value is $282,500, with a strict maximum bid limit of $461,000 as per Public Contract Code 10105(b). Successful bidders will be required to provide a payment bond equal to 100% of the total bid for amounts exceeding $25,000. No performance bond is required, and no public bid opening will be conducted. Potential contractors must have a current Department of Industrial Relations registration and comply with all specified contract requirements. Bids from contractors currently in default with Caltrans may be considered non-responsive and summarily rejected. The project includes various line items such as lead compliance, traffic control, water pollution control, fence installation, and job site management.