Widen bridges, retaining wall, HMA, RHMA, MGS, and concrete barrier.

This state and local contract opportunity involves a highway infrastructure project in San Luis Obispo County, California, specifically located in and near Pismo Beach from the Pismo Beach Overhead to 0.2 miles north of the North Avila Road Overcrossing. The procurement focuses on widening bridges, constructing retaining walls, and installing Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA), Rubberized Hot Mix Asphalt (RHMA), Midwest Guardrail System (MGS), and concrete barriers. The primary contracting agencies are San Luis Obispo County and San Luis Obispo City, with the project identified by the reference number 05-SLO-101-16.0/R22.5. The contract opportunity was posted on September 15, 2025, with proposals due by November 5, 2025, indicating a approximately 51-day solicitation period. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate technical expertise in highway infrastructure construction, including bridge widening, roadway improvement, and safety barrier installation. The attached government file (05-1G6804.pdf) likely contains detailed technical specifications, bid requirements, and evaluation criteria for interested contractors.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, transportation infrastructure projects frequently include provisions for disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs) and small business participation. The project's location in San Luis Obispo County suggests potential local contractor participation requirements or preferences. The attached PDF may contain more specific information about minority-owned business opportunities or contractor qualifications. Given the nature of highway infrastructure projects, potential bidders will likely need comprehensive credentials including California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) certification, proven experience in similar road improvement projects, and robust safety and environmental compliance records. While no specific budget range is provided, highway infrastructure projects of this scale typically involve significant capital investment, potentially ranging from several hundred thousand to multiple million dollars depending on the exact scope of bridge and roadway improvements. Interested contractors should carefully review the detailed project documentation to understand the full technical and financial requirements of this state and local contracting opportunity.