Day 1 1/11/2022 - Morning Session
This session will begin with featured speaker introduction from D1, D2, & D3, followed by a Contracting Tips Question and Answer Panel presented by Caltrans Professionals, Primes and DBE Firm Representatives.
Day 1 1/11/2022 - Afternoon Session
In this session, NorCal PTAC Staff will present a general overview of the requirements for subcontractors looking to work on Caltrans projects, including bonding, insurance requirements and prevailing wage requirements.
Day 2 1/12/2022 - Morning Session
In this session, we will again be joined by NorCal PTAC Staff to learn how to navigate through working with Caltrans information websites to find contracting opportunities, vendor registration and the bidding process, find contracts on Cal eProcure, view past purchases and curent bids, and other resources for DBE's and Small Businesses.
In this session, Caltrans staff will discuss prevailing wage requirements for construction contracts, labor compliance laws and regulations, codes and statutes, wage determination & classifications and payroll requirements.
Day 2 1/12/2022 - Afternoon Session
In this session, Caltrans staff will present tips on finding a certified Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) firm, networking, outreach, common pit falls, and tips. Contractors will gain an understanding of DBE Committment, dealing with DBE subcontractors, communication and proper documentation.
Day 3 1/13/2022 - Morning Session
In this session, NorCal PTAC staff will drill down in detail on how to prepare successful bids. The instructor will cover the basics of preparing an estimate in a format generally used as an industry standard. The use of Excel spreadsheets is key to this exercise.