Pre-Qualification for Modjeska Grade Road, Road and Drainage Improvements

OC Public Works is soliciting bids for the Modjeska Grade Road Road and Drainage Improvements project, with an estimated contract value of 17,800,000 dollars. The scope of work involves roadway, drainage, and erosion control improvements from Santiago Canyon Road to Santiago Creek Bridge, including pavement reconstruction, the installation of concrete ditches, storm drain lines, retaining walls, and guardrails, as well as utility adjustments and striping. The project must be executed in five stages to minimize access impacts and adheres to the Greenbook, 2024 Caltrans Standard Plans, and 2014 CA MUTCD standards. The contract duration is 550 calendar days, which includes 45 anticipated weather days, and carries liquidated damages of 3,300 dollars per day. The procurement process requires a mandatory pre-qualification by September 28, 2026, based on a pass or fail score. Eligible bidders must hold a California State Contractor License Class A, demonstrate a bonding capacity of at least 17,800,000 dollars, and provide six references. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with electronic bids due by November 3, 2026. Key contractual requirements include a 51 percent self-performance mandate, 100 percent performance and payment bonds, and a 10 percent bid security. Contractors must also comply with California prevailing wage laws and provide a detailed Health and Safety Plan.