SB Minor B/Contract No. 05A2813-Replace Culverts-Monterey County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a Small Business Minor B contractor to execute a culvert replacement project in Monterey County, specifically along Route 198 near San Lucas. The project involves replacing culverts at three locations, spanning from 0.5 mile east of Route 101 to 1.5 miles west of Pine Valley Road, with work to be completed within 20 working days. Key deliverables include installing multiple sizes of alternative pipe culverts (18", 24", and 36"), removing existing culverts, implementing traffic control systems, and conducting environmental protection measures. Contractors must maintain at least one 11-foot wide paved traffic lane during construction and are prohibited from performing work between November 1 and April 30. The bid proposal requires detailed line-item pricing for 19 specific construction activities, with a comprehensive submission due by January 15, 2025, via email to Jomlonglak.Kamaay@dot.ca.gov.

The contract is specifically designated for certified Small Business contractors, with no mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal, though DVBE participation is encouraged. Prime contractors must hold either a Class A or applicable Class C contractor's license and be certified as a Small Business. The estimated project budget is approximately $240,000, with strict restrictions that bids exceeding $461,000 will be automatically rejected under Public Contract Code 10105(b). Contractors will be required to provide a payment bond if the total bid surpasses $25,000, and successful bidders must submit proof of insurance at the time of award. Potential bidders should note that those currently in default with Caltrans may have their proposals rejected, and those who refuse to execute contract forms after award could be liable for damages up to 10% of the bid amount or actual damages, whichever is less.