Hot Mix Asphalt, imported borrow and signal and lighting system.

Solicitation 08-1N8804 is a unit price basis contract issued by the California Department of Transportation for construction work on a State Highway in Desert Hot Springs, Riverside County. The project scope covers the area from 0.3 mile south to 0.4 mile north of Pierson Boulevard and primarily involves the installation of Hot Mix Asphalt, imported borrow, and a comprehensive signal and lighting system. Key technical deliverables include the installation of HMA-A and Class 2 Aggregate Base, site preparation with subgrade compaction of at least 95 percent, and the deployment of Type 4 cameras with IR illumination and specific pixel density requirements. The estimated cost for the project is 3,530,000 dollars. The contract mandates strict adherence to California prevailing wage rates and Buy America/Build America standards for manufactured products. Specialized requirements include the use of water-resistant labeling and specific shipping documentation for treated wood waste in compliance with Health and Safety Code section 25230. Quality assurance involves rigorous operational performance testing of network equipment at the District 8 and Inland Empire Transportation Management Centers, with specific metrics for bandwidth, packet loss, and latency. Administrative requirements include monthly payment reporting via the Department's prompt payment monitoring system, with specific payment timelines for subcontractors and material suppliers. Certification from a registered civil engineer or professional geologist is required for local materials sourced from noncommercial or unregulated sites.