SB Minor B - Ramp Pavement Rehab San Diego County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued a Small Business Minor B contract opportunity for a ramp pavement rehabilitation project located on Northbound Route 15 at the Market Street entrance ramp in San Diego County. The project, situated within San Diego City, Rancho San Diego CDP, San Diego Country Estates CDP, and San Diego County, involves comprehensive roadway improvements with an estimated project cost of $284,420.00. Specific work includes stationary impact attenuator installation, lead compliance planning, traffic control systems, drainage protection, asphalt work, pavement marking, and thermoplastic striping. The project must be completed within 20 working days, with bids due by January 20, 2026, at 2:15 p.m., to be submitted electronically to arlena.tedder@dot.ca.gov. Contractors must provide a comprehensive unit price quote covering 23 line items, demonstrating their ability to execute all necessary labor, materials, tools, and equipment as specified in the contract.

The procurement is specifically designated as a Small Business (SB) Minor B contract, requiring bidders to be certified as a small business under section 2-1.05 at the time of bid opening and contract award. Bidders must hold a Class A license and have a complete application submitted to the Department of General Services by 5:00 p.m. on the bid opening date. While no specific Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal is established, Caltrans encourages DVBE participation. Bid submissions are strictly limited to $461,000.00 per Public Contract Code 10105(b), with payment bonds required for bids exceeding $25,000. Additional compliance requirements include prevailing wage standards, Buy America provisions, environmental regulations for lead residue management and organic waste recycling, and specific traffic control restrictions for San Diego County events and holidays. If awarded, the contractor must provide payment bonds and insurance, with the contract being awarded to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements.