FY26 CDBG Citywide Sidewalk Replacement Project

The contract involves the comprehensive demolition and construction of sidewalks, curb and gutter, curb ramps, tree removal and replacement, and minor asphalt work throughout Baldwin Park, California. The project is funded under the FY26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, with an estimated value ranging from one to five million dollars. Bidders are required to submit a detailed bid schedule, including unit prices and quantities for various work items such as mobilization, traffic control, demolition, sidewalk and curb construction, and landscaping. The work must be completed within 80 Caltrans working days, starting approximately February 23, 2026, with specific locations identified in Appendix D and additional sites to be provided later. The contract emphasizes adherence to federal, state, and local standards, including Caltrans specifications, City of Baldwin Park standards, and environmental regulations, notably requiring compliance with Davis-Bacon prevailing wages, Section 3 employment provisions, and environmental protections like stormwater management. The procurement process is based on a lowest responsible and responsive bid evaluation, where the primary criterion is the bid price, provided all bid submission requirements are met. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes by November 20, 2025, at 2:00 PM, to the City Hall, with no provision for electronic submission of initial proposals. The bid package must include completed forms such as the Business Enterprise Information Form, non-collusion affidavit, proposed bonds, and subcontractor listings. The contract incorporates extensive federal clauses covering labor standards, equal employment opportunity, environmental compliance, debarment, and anti-lobbying, which are enforced through detailed recordkeeping, reporting, and certification requirements. The project also mandates strict adherence to environmental and safety standards, including stormwater pollution control, and requires the contractor to maintain quality control through inspections and testing overseen by the City’s designated representatives. Overall, the contract stipulates comprehensive compliance, reporting, and performance standards to ensure the successful execution of the sidewalk replacement project within the specified timeline and budget.