SB Minor B/02A2404, Census and EMS Upgrade, Plumas and Shasta county

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking bids for a Census and EMS Upgrade project designated as SB Minor B/02A2404, covering Plumas and Shasta Counties and associated jurisdictions including Plumas Lake CDP, Plumas Eureka CDP, Shasta CDP, Shasta Lake City, and Mount Shasta City. The procurement involves a comprehensive transportation infrastructure upgrade focused on traffic monitoring systems, with specific deliverables including lead compliance planning, construction area signage, traffic control systems, portable radar speed feedback sign systems, portable changeable message signs, job site management, water pollution control programming, and modifications to existing traffic monitoring stations and flashing beacon systems. The solicitation requires detailed bidder information, including state contractor's license number, Department of Industrial Relations registration, and small business certification. Bid submissions are exclusively electronic, to be sent to jomlonglak.kamaay@dot.ca.gov by April 29, 2025, with a strict requirement that bids over $461,000 will be automatically rejected. The project's estimated value is approximately $192,500, with bids to be received until 2:15 p.m. on the quotes open date.

The contract opportunity is specifically designated for certified Small Businesses under section 2-1.04, with no mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) contract goal, though DVBE participation is encouraged. Bidders must provide comprehensive business documentation and demonstrate compliance with state procurement regulations. Payment bonds and insurance will be required for the low bidder upon contract award. The department has noted that current solicitation documents lack digital accessibility, and interested parties can request accessible versions through http://bit.ly/dpac-ada or by calling (916) 654-2852. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned, the project appears to involve upgrading and modifying existing transportation infrastructure monitoring and signaling systems across multiple Northern California jurisdictions. The procurement follows standard Caltrans protocols, emphasizing a competitive bidding process that prioritizes small business participation and infrastructure improvement within specified regional boundaries.