All-Weather Track – Hesperia High School

The Hesperia Unified School District is soliciting competitive bids for the construction of a new all-weather synthetic running track, concrete ramp, and associated site improvements at Hesperia High School in Hesperia, California. This public works project requires full compliance with California Public Contract Codes and oversight by the California Department of Industrial Relations, mandating that all contractors and subcontractors pay prevailing wages and maintain active DIR registration. Bidders must submit a complete proposal including a sealed original and digital copy on USB flash drive in PDF format, along with multiple certifications and attachments such as a bid bond, drug-free workplace certificate, performance and payment bonds at 100% of contract value, and documentation demonstrating compliance with fingerprinting and background clearance requirements under Education Code §45125.2. The project is to be performed on an active school campus, demanding strict coordination with school operations, noise control, daily check-ins with the school office, and prohibitions against animals and prohibited substances on site. The contract will be awarded based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable method, prioritizing responsiveness, technical compliance, and lowest bid price without trade-off scoring. The anticipated award date is September 14, 2026, with work to commence promptly thereafter and completion expected within the timeframe stipulated in the final agreement. A 5% retention holdback is permitted until final acceptance, and liquidated damages of $500 per day will apply for delays. Contractors must also achieve at least 3% participation by Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises, maintain records for three years post-payment, and adhere to a strict hierarchy of contract document precedence. All materials and labor must meet industry-standard quality and comply with applicable laws, EPA guidelines for asbestos, and California Health and Safety Code for imported soils. Bid submissions are due by August 27, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., and must be delivered in person to the District’s purchasing office; email is only acceptable for pre-bid questions.