SB Minor B - Wrong Way Driver Pavement Delineation

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids for a Small Business Minor B contract (Contract No. 05A2850) focused on Wrong Way Driver Pavement Delineation work along State Route 101 in San Luis Obispo County. The project involves comprehensive pavement delineation improvements, including removing and replacing existing pavement markings, installing retroreflective pavement markers, and implementing enhanced traffic safety measures. Specific deliverables include installing 1,331 retroreflective pavement markers, removing 202 existing markers, applying 1,838 square feet of thermoplastic pavement markings, and adding 9,215 linear feet of 6-inch thermoplastic traffic stripes. Qualified contractors must possess either a Class A or applicable Class C license and be prepared to complete the work within 20 working days. The quote due date is April 24, 2025, with an estimated project cost of $165,000. Bidders must submit a comprehensive package including a Price Quote Proposal, Subcontractor List, Contract Requirements, and Small Business Status form to the specified email address (arlene.tedder@dot.ca.gov).

This procurement is exclusively reserved for Certified Small Businesses, with no established Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal, though DVBE participation is encouraged. Bids exceeding $461,000 will be automatically rejected per Public Contract Code 10105(b). Successful bidders will be required to provide Payment Bonds and Insurance upon contract award. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible contractor whose quote fully complies with all specified requirements. Potential bidders should note accessibility limitations with current solicitation documents and can request an accessible version through the provided link (http://bit.ly/dpac-ada) or by calling (916) 654-2852. The project's total budget is approximately $165,000, with unit pricing based on specific construction and traffic management line items. Contractors must be prepared to provide all necessary labor, materials, tools, and equipment to complete the specified work, including compliance with lead regulations, construction area signage, traffic control systems, and water pollution control program implementation.