SB Minor B 11A4137 - Construction of Concrete Barrier in San Diego County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a qualified contractor for a Small Business Minor B construction project in San Diego County, specifically focused on constructing a concrete barrier system along Route 05. The project involves removing existing Midwest Guardrail System (MGS), installing new concrete barriers, barrier markers, and a crash cushion at Post Mile 16.14, with work extending from the southbound I-05 to NB 163/10th Street Gore Point. The total estimated project value is $391,100, with a contract duration of 30 working days. Contractors must possess a Class A contractor's license and be a certified Small Business under section 2-1.05. The project requires unit price-based bidding, with detailed specifications outlined in the 2024 Edition Standard Specifications and accompanying project plans. Bid submissions are due by April 2, 2025, and must be emailed to stacey.toles@dot.ca.gov, with strict guidelines that bids exceeding $461,000 will be automatically rejected.

This procurement is specifically designated for Small Business enterprises, with Caltrans establishing no Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal but encouraging DVBE participation. Successful bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including a Subcontractor List, Small Business Status form, and California Company Preference documentation. At the time of contract award, the low bidder will be required to provide Payment Bonds and Insurance. The project encompasses 26 line items covering various construction activities, including 600 linear feet of temporary railing, 400 linear feet of concrete barrier, 20 tons of hot mix asphalt, and 1,500 linear feet of thermoplastic traffic striping. Contractors currently in default on other Caltrans contracts may be considered non-responsive. While the exact award value is set at $391,100, the contract includes provisions for potential damages up to 10% of the bid amount in case of contract default.