Guardrail Upgrades At Various Locations Throughout Kern County

The County of Kern is soliciting bids for Contract 25059, which involves guardrail upgrades at various locations throughout Kern County, including sites on Granite Road, Manor Street, Panama Road, and Mil Potrero Highway. The scope of work includes the removal of existing guardrails and markers, and the installation of Midwest guardrail systems, end terminal systems, concrete barrier type 60M, crash cushions, and flume downdrains. Additional requirements include paving hot mix asphalt, cold planing, installing rumble strips, and constructing concrete curb, gutter, and slope paving. The project is estimated at 1,241,866 dollars and must be completed within 50 working days, with a delayed start date beginning March 15, 2027. Bids are due by September 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM and must be submitted to the Kern County Public Works Department in Bakersfield. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder holding a Class A or C-13 license. Bidders must provide a bid security equal to 10 percent of the bid amount and submit various certifications, including non-collusion declarations, DBE status, and DIR registration. All work must adhere to the 2025 Standard Specifications of the California Department of Transportation and comply with Buy America requirements for iron, steel, and construction materials. Payment for the work will be made within 30 days of receipt of an undisputed payment request.