Rumble strip and thermoplastic traffic stripe.

The contract, identified as solicitation number 08-1P9004, is issued by the California Department of Transportation for roadway construction and maintenance activities along a specified stretch from the Los Angeles County line to 0.1 mile east of the Route 10/15 separation and from Pepper Avenue overcrossing to County Line Road. The scope of work includes the installation of 12-inch rumble strips on both asphalt and concrete pavements, application of 6-inch thermoplastic traffic striping and contrast stripe paint, removal and installation of temporary and permanent pavement markings, and implementation of a comprehensive water pollution control program. The contract requires compliance with Caltrans Standard Specifications and relevant California regulatory codes, including sections governing environmental compliance, labor reporting, and traffic management during construction. Work must begin before July 27, 2026, and contractors must submit a baseline schedule and weekly working day reports, with all activities subject to inspection at both material origins and job sites using EPA SW-846 methods and ProUCL statistical analysis to ensure compliance with water quality objectives and hazardous material thresholds. The contract imposes mandatory compliance with California’s Small Business Enterprise (SBE) program, requiring bidders to certify their business size status, commit to specific SBE participation goals, and provide signed documentation including certification forms, vendor quotes, and substitution justifications if needed. Failure to submit required forms—such as the Small Business Enterprise - Commitment and Confirmation forms—within four business days after bid opening renders a bid nonresponsive. The award will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable model, with price being the primary evaluation factor after technical compliance is confirmed through the “Functional” designation. SBE preference adjustments apply before bid ranking, and contractors must submit certified payroll records via LCPtracker Pro and adhere to off-road diesel equipment regulations. The estimated contract value ranges between $797,000 and $1,625,575 based on submitted bids, with a final award contingent upon the 2026–2027 fiscal budget passage. All submissions must be made electronically through Caltrans systems, and final acceptance of SBE participation requires submission of a Final Report within ten days of contract acceptance, with 10% of the SBE work amount or $10,000 withheld if not submitted.