The California High‑Speed Rail Authority is seeking a qualified contractor (or prime‑contractor with approved subcontractors) to provide comprehensive right‑of‑way clearance, demolition, asbestos/lead abatement, and storm‑water pollution prevention services for a project located at 6050 State Road, Bakersfield, CA. The work includes removal of existing residential structures, hazardous‑material handling, site grading, back‑filling, and final site cleanup, all under strict environmental and safety regulations. The contract is a firm‑fixed‑price agreement with a base term of one year (May 1 2026 – April 30 2027) and an optional twelve‑month extension.
• Scope covers demolition of two multi‑family buildings, hazardous‑material (asbestos & lead) abatement, SWPPP development, and water‑pollution control compliance.
• Requires multiple CSLB classifications (Class A or Class B + C‑21, C‑22/ASB, C‑13, C‑12, C‑61/D‑49, HAZ) and environmental certifications (QSD, QSP, lead‑abatement).
• Mandatory pre‑bid conference on‑site April 21 2026; bids due April 29 2026, with bid bond required for offers > $461,000.
• Small‑business (25 % goal) and DVBE (3 % goal) participation required; performance and payment bonds, insurance, and extensive reporting are mandatory.