Signal and lighting system.

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued a construction contract opportunity (Bid Number 08-1P9904) for a signal and lighting system installation project located near Hesperia at Route 15 southbound and northbound ramps in San Bernardino County. The procurement involves infrastructure improvements requiring prime contractors to hold either a Class A general engineering license or a Class C-10 electrical license as the primary qualification. The project specifications mandate completion within 60 working days, with bid documents becoming available on November 3, 2025, and the final bid submission deadline set for December 2, 2025. Prospective bidders must access project plans, specifications, and related documentation through the Department of Transportation Construction Contract Award website, with the option to submit technical inquiries via the Bidder Inquiries website or contact the designated analyst through CaleProcure. Contractors must demonstrate technical competence in signal and lighting system installations, with specific attention to precise infrastructure modifications at the designated Route 15 ramp locations.

The contract opportunity emphasizes equal opportunity participation, with specific provisions encouraging disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs) to submit bids without discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. The estimated contract value is approximately $930,000, though this figure is noted as an estimate and not guaranteed. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project requires integration with existing transportation infrastructure along the Route 15 corridor. Potential bidders must carefully review all licensing requirements, with additional potential license types possible as specified by the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Contractors State License Board. The procurement process is designated as an electronic bidding event, requiring digital submission of all bid materials through the specified state procurement platforms. Interested contractors should carefully review all documentation to ensure full compliance with technical specifications, licensing requirements, and submission protocols.