On-Call Guardrail Repairs

The Calaveras County Department of Public Works is soliciting bids for an on-call contract for guardrail repairs and replacements throughout Calaveras County to ensure public safety and regulatory compliance. The scope of work includes providing all labor, materials, equipment, and traffic control for the installation of new guardrails, replacement of existing County-owned guardrails, and specialized bridge work involving metal bridge rail transitions and concrete restoration. The contract is for an initial three-year term from June 23, 2026, through June 24, 2029, with the possibility of two optional one-year extensions. Estimated annual compensation is $200,000, and the award will be granted to the lowest responsible bidder. Eligible bidders must possess a Class A general engineering license and be registered to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 of the Public Contract Code. Submissions are due by September 30, 2026, and must include a signed Bid Book, a statement of qualifications, and bidder's security of at least 10 percent of the bid. The successful contractor must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the total bid and adhere to Caltrans Standard Specifications, MUTCD 2025, and Build America Buy America requirements. Project management involves submitting daily reports, weekly look-ahead schedules, and detailed cost estimates for requested repairs, with final acceptance determined by the County Board of Supervisors.