Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) for Road Crossings

The contract is for horizontal directional drilling services to install conduit beneath roads, rivers, and other sensitive areas where traditional trenching is impractical or prohibited. It is a subcontract under Caltrans District 2 in Redding, California, with the North American Industry Classification System code 237990, designating it as other heavy and civil engineering construction. The work will focus on subsurface utility installation using directional drilling technology to minimize surface disruption, ensure environmental protection, and maintain traffic and ecosystem integrity. The solicitation was posted on July 3, 2026, with performance expected across state-maintained infrastructure locations within the district. No specific set-aside provisions are indicated, and the project will be executed in accordance with Caltrans standards for utility installation and geotechnical engineering practices. The official project page is accessible via a public California CEQA link for additional context and regulatory alignment.