Fiber Conduit Supply (HDPE Duct Bank)

Caltrans District 8 is seeking a subcontractor to supply HDPE conduit or pre-assembled duct banks for the underground deployment of fiber optic cable along 49.68 miles of the I-15 corridor. The work is categorized under NAICS code 326199, which pertains to other plastic product manufacturing, and is intended to support critical telecommunications infrastructure expansion. The contract was posted on July 7, 2026, and performance is expected to occur within the state of California, specifically in the San Bernardino and Riverside regions served by District 8. The scope requires delivery of materials that meet engineering standards for durability, weather resistance, and compatibility with underground installation practices, with the end goal of enabling reliable, high-capacity fiber connectivity along the highway corridor. All materials must be supplied in quantities sufficient to complete the full length of the project, with potential requirements for pre-assembly into duct banks to streamline field installation. There is no set-aside designated for small or disadvantaged businesses, and the contract is structured as a direct subcontract under Caltrans infrastructure initiatives.