Aggregate Base and Roadbed Material Supply

The contract is for the supply of Caltrans Class 2 Aggregate Base material to be used in roadbed preparation and as structural support beneath asphalt layers, ensuring proper load distribution and long-term pavement integrity. It is issued as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside designation, exclusively available to small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration, with the NAICS code 327320 indicating the classification for crushed and broken stone manufacturing. The material must meet Caltrans specifications for gradation, strength, and cleanliness to fulfill engineering requirements for transportation infrastructure projects. The place of performance is identified with a zip code of 91006, indicating the primary delivery location is in Southern California, though the exact city and state are not specified. All deliveries and compliance must align with the technical standards expected by the Stewardship Contracting Branch of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which is the contracting agency. The solicitation was posted on April 27, 2026, and responses are due by May 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time. Despite the federal nature of the agency involved, the scope is narrowly focused on material supply rather than construction or engineering services, and the contract does not list a point of contact for inquiries. Bidders must be certified small businesses eligible under SBA guidelines to qualify for submission. Failure to meet the required material specifications or delivery timelines may result in rejection or penalties. The contract opportunity is publicly accessible via a SAM.gov link, where full technical requirements and submission procedures are detailed for interested vendors.