R Street Cape Seal - Childs to 13th Street

The City of Merced is seeking bids for the application of a three‑layer rubberized asphalt cape seal along R Street between Childs Avenue and 13th Street, including required accessibility updates. The work must conform to the city’s standard specifications, technical drawings, and special conditions, and the successful bidder must provide the necessary performance and payment bonds, maintain a Class A California contractor license, and meet local prevailing wage requirements. • Scope: Full‑width, three‑layer rubberized asphalt cape seal on the designated street segment. • Requirements: 10 % bid security, Class A license, DIR registration, 5 % LBE participation, payment & performance bonds equal to contract value. • Schedule: Pre‑bid conference (optional) on 6 Oct 2026; sealed bids due 20 Oct 2026 2 PM; public opening immediately thereafter.