Pre-Qualification: US 101 Express Lanes Phase 5

The US 101 Express Lanes Phase 5 project is a pre-qualification solicitation issued by the California Engineering and Program Delivery agency, specifically the Valley Transportation Authority (VTA). The project involves significant infrastructure work, including freeway widening, retaining wall construction, and tolling infrastructure installation along US 101 from the US 101/SR 237 interchange in Sunnyvale to the East Taylor Street Overcrossing in San Jose. The estimated construction cost ranges from 150 million to 165 million dollars, with an estimated performance period of 1,270 calendar days. To qualify, prime contractors must possess California-issued Class A, C-8, C-10, and HAZ certifications, which can be held individually or in conjunction with subcontractors. Evaluation is based on a scoring matrix requiring a minimum of 57 points to pass, with key factors including years of experience, revenue thresholds, safety performance via the Experience Modification Rate, and a history of claims or disputes. Submissions must be uploaded electronically via the VTA eProcurement portal by the September 30, 2026, deadline, with the final bid opening anticipated for October 2026.