This project is for licensed contractors with a Type A, General Engineering Contractors License or C-27, Landscaping Contractor License to perform: demolition of concrete curbs; removal and disposal of chain link fence and picnic tables; cutting and trimming tree roots; installation of tree root barriers; removal, storage, protection and wrapping of pavers; removal and reinstallation of pavers as needed for ADA compliance as shown on the plans; fine grading, installation of concrete walkway and concrete curbs; installation of wood bollard; and installation of wood mulch; in accordance with the plans prepared by Santa Cruz County Parks Department. The Contractor shall complete all or any designated portions of the work called for under the contract in all parts and requirements within 30 calendar days (except as modified in the technical specifications). The County of Santa Cruz reserves the right to reject any or all bids received as the public good may require. The Contractor shall forfeit, as penalty, to the County of Santa Cruz, fifty dollars ($50.00) for each calendar day or portion thereof, for each workman paid less than the stipulated prevailing rates for any work done under the contract by it or by any subcontractor under it, in violation of the provisions of such Labor Code. Each contractor shall include in their bid all labor, tools, and materials for a complete and working project for each trade component in conformance with the intent shown on the plans and specifications and specified herein. Question Deadline 09/24/2024 at 5:00 PM PT Any bid proposal, or other response to a solicitation for bid or proposal which proposes or calls for the use of any tropical hardwood or tropical wood products in performance of the contract shall be deemed nonresponsive pursuant to County Code Section 2.37.107. All pre-bid questions should be directed to Mariana Colibri-Urgo at Mariana.ColibriUrgo@santacruzcountyca.gov ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE: $99,000 Prospective bidders must be fully qualified, licensed, certified, and insured to perform the work requested. All work performed must meet all current applicable laws and regulations. Pursuant to Santa Cruz County Code Chapter 2.33, Contractors and Subcontractors must make good faith efforts to hire Monterey Bay area residents in sufficient numbers so that no less than 50 per cent (50%) of the Contractor's total construction work force, including any subcontractor's workforce, measured in labor work hours is comprised of Monterey Bay area residents. This public works construction project is covered by Chapter 2.33 of the Santa Cruz County Code, and the entire chapter, as amended, is incorporated by reference into the project's specifications and conditions County will be the sole judge as to the technical acceptability of any proposals and any award will be as determined most advantageous to the County considering such factors as completeness and responsiveness to Request for Proposal, experience, references, and anticipated costs. The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or parts thereof and to waive any informality or irregularity in any proposal.