Construction Of Leachate Surface Impoundment/Ancillary Site Improvement And Cell 3 Liner Expansion At Fairmead Landfill

Solicitation 26-04-PW, issued by the Madera County Public Works Department, is for the construction of a leachate surface impoundment facility, the expansion of the landfill cell 3 liner, and various ancillary site improvements at the Fairmead Landfill in Chowchilla, California. The scope of work includes site preparation, earthwork, the installation of an underground piping system with HDPE force mains, and a lining system featuring GCL geomembrane and a leak detection layer. The project must adhere to California Code of Regulations Title 27, 2024 Caltrans Standard Specifications, and the 2024 Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction. The anticipated contract term begins on January 25, 2026, with a duration of 240 calendar days. Eligible bidders must hold a Class A contractor's license and demonstrate the capacity to self-perform at least 30 percent of the base bid amount. Qualification requirements include the completion of at least four projects of similar size and complexity within the last seven years. Submissions must be uploaded via BidExpress by November 18, 2026, and must include a 10 percent bid security, a cover letter, and various certifications, including the Iran Contracting Act Certification and a Noncollusion Affidavit. The successful contractor will be required to provide performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract price and comply with both California and Federal prevailing wage rates. Quality control is stringent, requiring independent testing and a phased acceptance process for geomembrane and GCL materials.