CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF HUD-FUNDED CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALK OAKDALE AREA

The City of Bakersfield is soliciting bids for a one-year contract to construct HUD-funded curbs, gutters, and sidewalks in the Oakdale area, specifically within Ward 2 between Stockdale Highway, Palm Avenue, Oak Street, and Garnsey Avenue. The project has a total budget of 1,200,000 dollars and a proposed duration of 120 working days, with an expected start date on or after December 16, 2026. Deliverables include the installation of 8-inch curb and gutter, truncated domes, and monolithic poured sidewalks, all of which must conform to the 2010 Caltrans Standard Specifications and City of Bakersfield Standards. The contractor is required to ensure sub-grade elevation reaches 90% compaction and must obtain City Project Manager inspection prior to pouring concrete to avoid costly replacement. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes by November 19, 2026, and must include a bid bond of 10% of the bid amount. The successful awardee must provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the bid amount underwritten by a California admitted surety. Evaluation is based on price, reputation, financial status, and experience, with a specific preference given to Section 3 Business Concerns. The contract mandates strict adherence to federal and state regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and OSHA compliance. Invoices must be submitted to the Finance Department and the Streets Division within two weeks of completing a block of work, and all payments are subject to annual appropriation by the City Council.