SB Minor B - Construct crosswalk, ADA curb ramps, and pedestrian flashing beacons

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting competitive bids for a Small Business Minor B construction contract (Contract No. 02A2428) located in Shasta County, specifically in Redding at Lincoln Street. The project involves constructing infrastructure improvements, including two ADA-compliant curb ramps, removing existing lane striping, installing crosswalk pavement markings and associated signage, and implementing pedestrian-activated Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon systems. Key deliverables include 4 flashing beacon systems, 2 bike rack resets, 16 days of stationary impact attenuator vehicle use, and 260 square feet of thermoplastic crosswalk and pavement markings. The project requires bidders to possess either a Class A or applicable Class C license and complete the work within 20 working days. The solicitation documents specify a comprehensive set of construction activities detailed across 20 project plans, supplemented by the 2024 Edition of Standard Specifications and Standard Plans. The bid is due on May 14, 2025, with an estimated project cost of $180,000, and bids will be accepted electronically via email to arlena.tedder@dot.ca.gov.

This procurement is specifically designated for Certified Small Businesses, with strict limitations that any bid over $461,000 will be automatically rejected per Public Contract Code 10105(b). While the Department establishes no specific Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal, they encourage DVBE participation. Prospective bidders must be a certified Small Business under section 2-1.05 at the time of quote submission. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible contractor whose quote complies with all requirements, with potential damages up to 10% of the bid amount if the contractor fails to execute the contract. Successful bidders will be required to provide Payment Bonds and Insurance at the time of award. The contract covers jurisdictions including Shasta County, San Bernardino City, Shasta CDP, Shasta Lake City, and Mount Shasta City. Contractors currently in default on other Caltrans contracts may be considered non-responsive and have their bids rejected. For accessibility concerns, interested parties can request an accessible version of solicitation documents by submitting a request at http://bit.ly/dpac-ada or calling (916) 654-2852.