Trenchless culvert installation, cured-in-place pipeliner.

The California Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for Contract 02-1J3904, a highway construction project in Shasta County on Route 5. The project, titled Fawndale Culverts, involves the installation of culverts and pipelines using trenchless methods from 0.5 mile south of Salt Creek Bridge to 0.3 mile north of Bridge Bay Overcrossing (postmile R20.3 to R27.9). The primary scope of work includes cured-in-place pipelining for an 18-inch diameter pipe, modifying inlets, and providing sand backfill. The estimated cost of the project is 5.4 million dollars. Bids must be submitted via the Bid Express website by 2:00 PM on October 28, 2026. The project is subject to strict environmental and regulatory requirements, including permits from the US Army Corps of Engineers, the California Regional Water Quality Control Board, and the Department of Fish and Wildlife. Work within drainage channels is restricted to the period between May 15 and October 15. Contractors must hold a valid State contractor license and ensure welders are qualified under AWS D11. The solicitation includes preferences for certified Small Business Enterprises (SBE) and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), with specific bid comparison reductions available for qualifying entities. Payment for subcontractors is required within 7 days of the prime contractor receiving progress payments.