Safe Route to School (SRTS) ADA Crosswalk Safety

The Kern County Public Works Department is planning a Safe Route to School ADA Crosswalk Safety Project aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety at seven adjacent schools located in unincorporated areas of Oildale and East Bakersfield, California. The project will upgrade six existing uncontrolled multi-lane crosswalks on arterial and collector roads by installing Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons, thermoplastic pavement markings, signage, and compliant ADA ramps to improve accessibility and visibility for students and other pedestrians. These improvements are designed to meet federal and state safety standards and support the goal of creating safer walking and biking routes to school. The initiative aligns with broader transportation safety objectives and focuses specifically on high-need areas surrounding educational facilities. The project is forecasted for future procurement, with a posted date of July 1, 2026, and no current solicitation number or set-aside details. All work will take place within Kern County, primarily in and around Bakersfield, and the planning lead is Logan Clairday, Planner II, who can be contacted via email or phone for further inquiry. The project is publicly listed through the CEQA Net system with the assigned project number 2026070041, and while no NAICS code or contracting set-aside classification has been specified, the work is expected to involve civil construction and traffic safety infrastructure services.