Pre-Qualification: US 101 Express Lanes Phase 5

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is soliciting bids for the US 101 Express Lanes Phase 5 project, which involves converting existing High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes to express lanes and constructing a new second express lane to create a dual express lanes system along US 101 from Sunnyvale to San Jose. The project includes widening the freeway, constructing retaining walls, reconstructing median concrete barriers, and installing electrical conduits and tolling equipment. The estimated cost of construction is between $150,000,000 and $165,000,000. • The project requires a California contractor's license, classification Class A (General Engineering), C-8 (Concrete), C10 (Electrical), and HAZ (Hazardous Substance Removal Certification). • Bidders must provide a complete and responsive Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) package, including contact information, essential requirements for qualification, and project experience. • VTA will evaluate the SOQs based on a scoring matrix, which includes factors such as the bidder's organization and structure, project experience, and compliance with civil and criminal laws. • The project is expected to take approximately 1270 calendar days to complete.