SCUSD Soil Remediation Phase 2 Bracher Elementary School

The Santa Clara Unified School District is soliciting bids for Soil Remediation Phase 2 at Bracher Elementary School. The project involves implementing a DTSC approved Removal Action Work Plan to address soil contaminated with organochlorine pesticides, specifically 4,4-DDE, and metals including cobalt, mercury, arsenic, and lead, along with associated site and landscape improvements. The work is divided into three bid packages: Soil Excavation, which requires a Class A license with Hazardous Substance Removal and Remedial Actions Certification; Site Improvements, requiring a Class A, C12, or C21 license; and Irrigation and Landscaping, requiring a Class C27 license. The contract will be awarded by the Board of Education to the responsible bidder who submits the lowest price responsive proposal. To be eligible, bidders must be prequalified, registered with the Department of Industrial Relations, and attend a mandatory pre-bid conference and job-walk. Proposals must be submitted via PlanetBids by November 12, 2026, and must include a bid security of 10 percent of the maximum proposal amount. Additionally, the selected contractor must provide a Labor and Materials Payment Bond and adhere to applicable prevailing wage rates. The District is also actively seeking participation from Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises.