SB Minor B - Guardrail Extension in Santa Barbara County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids for a Small Business Minor B contract (Contract No. 05A2933) for guardrail extension and infrastructure improvement work in Santa Barbara County. The project is located on State Route 101 near Carpinteria, specifically 0.4 miles south of Casitas Pass Road, and involves multiple construction activities including installation of Midwest guardrail system, concrete rumble strip installation, and various site management tasks. The total project scope encompasses 13 line items, including lead compliance planning, vegetation control, traffic control systems, and job site management. Bids are due by January 15, 2026, at 2:15 p.m., and must be submitted via email to kimberly.reap@dot.ca.gov. The work is expected to be completed within 20 working days, with the contract award to be made to the lowest responsible bidder within 30 days of bid opening. Evaluation will be based on compliance with bid requirements, pricing, and Small Business certification.

This procurement is specifically designated for certified Small Businesses, with a maximum bid limit of $461,000 as stipulated by Public Contract Code Section 10105(b). While no specific Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal is established, Caltrans encourages DVBE participation. The estimated project cost is $210,000, and bidders must maintain Small Business certification from submission through contract award. Additional requirements include providing a payment bond of at least 100 percent of the total bid for contracts exceeding $25,000, submitting certificates of insurance, and completing a Payee Data Record. The project is subject to California Civil Rights Laws, environmental health hazard protections, and various federal and state compliance certifications. Bidders must be prepared to provide all required documentation, including subcontractor lists and Small Business Status certification, with incomplete submissions risking immediate bid rejection.