SB Minor B - Replace enclosure, cables and inductive loop detectors and install equipment for a census system.

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a Small Business Minor B contractor for a transportation infrastructure project in Imperial and San Diego Counties. The specific contract (No. 11A4095) involves replacing enclosures, cables, and inductive loop detectors, and installing equipment for a census system along Routes 8, 98, and 111. Key deliverables include jobsite management, preparing a Water Pollution Control Plan (WPCP), implementing traffic control systems, installing a census system, and establishing communication systems. The contract requires a comprehensive approach to infrastructure upgrade and technological integration. Bid submissions are due by February 24, 2025, with an email submission requirement to arlena.tedder@dot.ca.gov. The project has a defined timeline of 215 working days for completion, and bids exceeding $461,000 will be automatically rejected under Public Contract Code 10105(b). Contractors must provide detailed documentation including license information, small business certification, federal ID, and Department of Industrial Relations registration.

This procurement is specifically designated as a Small Business set-aside contract, requiring bidders to be certified as a Small Business under section 2-1.04 at the time of quote submission. While no Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal is established, Caltrans encourages DVBE participation. The prime contractor must hold either a Class A or applicable Class C license. The estimated project value is $315,000, with potential payment bonds and insurance required upon contract award. Bidders must comply with various state requirements, including organic waste recycling, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, and emerging technology reporting guidelines. Contractors currently in default with Caltrans may have their bids considered non-responsive. The contract includes provisions for liquidated damages in case of late completion, and successful bidders must be prepared to execute comprehensive documentation and meet stringent state procurement standards.