SB Minor B 11A4177 / Culvert Rehabilitation In San Diego County near Rancho Penasquitos at Various Locations near Black Mountain Overcrossing

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a certified Small Business contractor to perform culvert rehabilitation work in San Diego County, specifically near Rancho Penasquitos at various locations adjacent to the Black Mountain Road Overcrossing on Route 56 between post miles 7.79 and 7.93. The project, identified as Contract No. 11A4177, involves comprehensive culvert cleaning, inspection, and rehabilitation using cured-in-place pipeliners (CIPP) for approximately 834.8 linear feet of culvert segments, including both 18" and 24" diameter pipe sections. Key deliverables include wet-out fabric tube insertion, resin impregnation, and curing of culvert liners, with additional requirements for water pollution control, temporary traffic management, and adherence to technical specifications. The solicitation requires detailed submittals, quality control testing, and compliance with environmental and safety regulations. The proposal is due on April 11, 2025, with a total estimated project cost of $264,260.00, and the contracted work must be completed within 10 working days.

The contract is specifically restricted to certified Small Business contractors with either a Class A or applicable Class C license. While no specific Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal has been established, Caltrans encourages DVBE participation. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically to Justina.Binsfeld@dot.ca.gov, with bids over $461,000.00 being automatically rejected per Public Contract Code 10105(b). Payment bonds and insurance will be required for the low bidder upon contract award. Contractors must also provide documentation including their small business certification number, state contractor's license information, and Department of Industrial Relations registration number. The procurement emphasizes compliance with Buy America requirements for construction materials and requires contractors to execute the contract without collusion. Interested parties seeking an accessible version of the solicitation documents can request assistance through http://bit.ly/dpac-ada or by calling (916) 654-2852.