Roadway excavation and hot mix asphalt (Type A).

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids for contract 08-1M0804, a construction project focused on roadway excavation and hot mix asphalt (Type A) improvements on State Route 138 near Cajon Pass, spanning Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. The scope of work includes the installation and removal of guardrails, crash cushions, rumble strips, and traffic striping, as well as environmental compliance measures such as stormwater pollution prevention and the disposal of treated wood waste. The estimated contract value is 10.5 million dollars. Bids must be submitted electronically by 2:00 p.m. on October 6, 2026, following a mandatory prebid meeting registration deadline of August 26, 2026. The project is governed by Caltrans Standard Specifications and requires adherence to Buy America provisions and various environmental regulations. Key deliverables include the submission of a Site-Specific Safety Program and a Traffic Control Devices Submittal Package. The contractor must designate a qualified Safety Representative with Cal/OSHA or OSHA certification. Performance is subject to inspection by the Engineer, with specific quality standards for materials such as sculpted shotcrete and treated wood waste. Notably, certain work windows are restricted, with Temporary Construction Delineation System work limited to the period between April 15 and October 15, and lane closures prohibited during holidays and peak travel periods. Coordination with adjacent contracts 0Q3014 and 1M2204 is required to manage overlapping work zones.