Kern County PlanetBids #26002

Kern County Solicits Bids for Roadway Paving and Construction on San Jose Avenue

Kern County Public Works Department is seeking bids for a comprehensive roadway paving and construction project on San Jose Avenue, spanning from West Cecil Avenue to County Line Road. - Government Buyer: - County of Kern, Public Works Department, Engineering Division - Scope of Work: - Hot mix asphalt paving (Type A), 3,711 tons - Roadway excavation, 6,684 cubic yards - Class 2 aggregate base, 2,520 tons - Installation of drainage ditches, driveways, and survey monument encasements - Reconstruction of various fences (wrought iron, wood, chain link), block walls, and gates (swinging, rolling, chain link) - Relocation and installation of mailboxes and roadside signs - Application and removal of thermoplastic traffic stripes and pavement markings - Clearing, grubbing, landscaping repair, and mobilization - Lead compliance plan, storm water pollution prevention, and temporary traffic control - Notable Requirements: - Contractor must hold a California Class A (General Engineering) or C-12 (Earthwork and Paving) license - Compliance with federal and state prevailing wage laws and Buy America requirements - 10% bid security and 100% performance and payment bonds required - Liquidated damages of $2,000 per day for late completion - Project is federally funded and subject to Department of Industrial Relations monitoring - No specific OEMs are named; materials and products must meet standard specifications for public works construction.

Description

This solicitation is for the construction of roadway paving on San Jose Avenue from West Cecil Avenue to County Line Road. The scope includes hot mix asphalt paving, drainage ditch installation, driveway construction, fence and gate reconstruction, traffic stripe removal and application, sign relocation and installation, and other related infrastructure work. The project requires a contractor licensed as A or C-12 and must be completed within 40 working days. Bids must be submitted in paper format by August 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM.

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