Upper East Zayante PM 1.18 Storm Damage Repair Project

The County of Santa Cruz Department of Community Development and Infrastructure is soliciting bids for the Upper East Zayante PM 1.18 Storm Damage Repair Project, identified by solicitation number P42442. This federal-aid project, numbered ER-15J9(067), has an estimated value of 491,000 dollars and focuses on repairing storm damage in the unincorporated area of Santa Cruz along Upper East Zayante Road. The scope of work includes the construction of a soldier pile retaining wall with timber lagging, culvert replacement with a pipe through the retaining wall, installation of Midwest guardrails, and the application of asphalt pavement and HMA overlay. The project also requires specific thermoplastic traffic stripe applications and the removal of all temporary markings upon completion. Bids must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by November 12, 2026, at 10:00 PM. Required documentation includes a bid form, bidder's bond, non-collusion affidavit, and various certifications regarding equal opportunity, debarment, and non-lobbying. The contractor must begin work within 15 calendar days of contract execution and adhere to Buy America requirements for iron, steel, and construction materials. The Department will utilize a Quality Assurance Program for inspection and acceptance, and the contractor assumes full responsibility for job site safety. Compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and the Clean Air Act and Federal Water Pollution Control Act is mandatory for this contract.