Guardrail Replacement, North Los Angeles County

Project ID No. RMDJOC6799 is a Job Order Contract issued by Los Angeles County Public Works for the removal and replacement of damaged guardrails, guardrail end-treatments, and crash cushions across various unincorporated communities in North Los Angeles County. The contract has a maximum value of $1,500,000 and a duration of one year, with work assigned through individual Work Orders requiring a minimum cumulative amount of $50,000. The scope includes the construction of terminal end anchor systems and other appurtenant work, requiring the use of galvanized surface colorant from Natina Products, LLC. Technical standards include the 2024 Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction, 2025 Caltrans Standard Specifications, AASHTO M 180 for hardware and rail elements, and AWS D1.1 for welding. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a seven percent preference granted to certified Local Small Business Enterprises (LSBE) up to $150,000. Bidders must submit their Adjustment Factor electronically via Bid Express by September 1, 2026, and provide a wet-signed Bid Guaranty within four business days of the bid opening. Compliance requirements are extensive, including adherence to prevailing wage laws, the Local and Targeted Worker Hire Policy, and various certifications regarding industrial safety, human trafficking, and child labor standards. Performance is monitored through Quality Assurance compaction testing, and the contractor must provide mill test reports and cable samples for steel and tensioning assemblies.