SB Minor B 11A4185 / Install Sidewalks and ADA Curb Ramps In Imperial County On SR111 and Main Street

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued a Small Business Minor B contract (No. 11A4185) for a public infrastructure project in Imperial County, specifically located in the city of Niland on Northbound State Route 111 and Main Street. The primary scope involves installing sidewalks and ADA compliant curb ramps along a highway segment from post mile 40.40 to 40.48, with a total project estimated at $191,273.00 and a targeted completion timeline of 35 working days. Contractors must possess a Class A contractor license and will be responsible for constructing infrastructure improvements that enhance pedestrian accessibility. The solicitation requires compliance with multiple regulatory standards, including Buy America provisions for materials, mandatory organic waste recycling, and adherence to civil rights and environmental regulations. Bid submissions are exclusively accepted via email to Justina.Binsfeld@dot.ca.gov, with a firm submission deadline of April 29, 2025, and bids exceeding $461,000.00 will be automatically rejected under Public Contract Code 10105(b).

This contract opportunity is specifically designated for certified Small Businesses, with no mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal, though DVBE involvement is encouraged. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including their small business certification number, state contractor's license details, federal ID number, and Department of Industrial Relations registration number. The project will require payment bonds and insurance upon contract award for the successful low bidder. Potential bidders should note specific requirements such as compliance with the 2024 Edition of Standard Specifications and Standard Plans, and must be prepared to manage various construction activities including traffic control, temporary work zones, and specific infrastructure installations like hot mix asphalt placement, concrete work, and installation of detectable warning surfaces. The contract includes provisions for progress payments and final invoicing, with an anticipated project budget of approximately $191,273.00 representing the estimated total value of the infrastructure improvement work.