Prunedale Roundabout, Project No. 1176

The County of Monterey is soliciting sealed bids for the design‑build construction of a new single‑lane roundabout at the intersection of San Miguel Canyon Road and Castroville Boulevard in Prunedale. The contract includes demolition of the existing stop‑controlled intersection, installation of a roundabout with structural pavement, curbs, ADA‑compliant curb ramps, lighting, drainage improvements, and related civil works. The engineer’s estimate is $6,000,517, with a 10 % bid bond and 100 % performance and payment bonds required. Contractors must hold a valid California Class A General Engineering license, be registered for public‑work contracts, and meet a local‑hire requirement that at least 50 % of labor hours be performed by Monterey Bay Area residents. Work must be completed within 180 working days from the notice to proceed, with liquidated damages of $6,700 per day for late completion. • Scope: full reconstruction of intersection into a roundabout, including pavement, curbs, lighting, drainage, and ADA features. • Financials: $6.0 M estimated construction cost; 10 % bid bond; 100 % performance & payment bonds. • Requirements: Class A General Engineering license, public‑work registration, ≥ 50 % local‑resident labor, compliance with California prevailing‑wage rules. • Schedule: Pre‑bid meeting (Nov 4 2026, non‑mandatory), bid deadline (Nov 18 2026 3:30 PM), 180‑day construction period, $6,700/day liquidated damages for overruns. • Contact: Randell Ishii, Director of Public Works, County of Monterey (no direct email/phone provided).