US Highway 95 0.16 Mi South, Havasu Lake Rd North/0.21 Mi

Solicitation 20260818049, issued by the San Bernardino County Department of Public Works, is for the improvement of US Highway 95 at the Havasu Lake Road intersection in Needles, California. The project focuses on enhancing traffic flow and safety by widening the southbound lanes for approximately 2,380 feet by 14 feet, which includes the construction of a southbound left-turn pocket and an 8-foot paved shoulder. The scope of work encompasses temporary traffic control, removal of existing asphalt, earthwork including the removal of 3,000 linear feet of brush, placement of Class 2 aggregate base, and new asphalt concrete paving. Additional requirements include pavement full depth repair, rumble stripe installation, traffic striping with recessed markers, and sign relocation. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder holding a Class A or C12 contractor license. Bidders must provide a bid security of at least 10 percent of the bid amount and the successful awardee must furnish both performance and labor and materials bonds for 100 percent of the contract price. Work must adhere to Caltrans 2025 Standard Specifications and Plans, and contractors must certify compliance with California Air Resources Board regulations for off-road diesel-fueled fleets. The project is subject to the Build America Buy America Act, requiring domestic sourcing of iron, steel, and construction materials. Construction must commence within 15 days of the Notice to Proceed. Bids are due by September 10, 2026, and can be submitted via the ePro system or in paper format.