sbca weekly newsletter 01/25/12

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER January 25, 2012 Volume 18 Issue 04

Santa Barbara Contractors Association Celebrating Over 60 Years of Service to the Community

In This IssueDiscover New Opportunities with Joint Ventures and Strategic Alliances Plan for Workplace Emergencies Page 1Calendar Highlights Page 2 Green Const. Opportunities & Pitfalls Page 3Tailgate Safety Topic Page 5Kalb’s Q & A for Contractors Page 13SBCA Online Planroom Report Page 15SB City Building Permits Page 24South County Building Permits Page 28North County Building Permits Page 42

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Discover New Opportunities with JointVentures and Strategic Alliances

In today’s highly competitive business environ-ment, many construction companies are ventur-ing into unfamiliar territory. Some are exploring opportunities across state lines or international borders. Others are branching out into different, larger or more complex projects.

For many contractors — particularly smaller ones — a joint venture or strategic alliance of-fers an opportunity to join forces with other con-struction companies to achieve business goals that one business couldn’t achieve on its own.

Differences and advantages

Joint ventures and strategic alliances have simi-lar objectives, but they’re structured differently. Typically, a joint venture involves formation of a new legal entity, such as a partnership or limited liability company (LLC).

A strategic alliance, on the other hand, is simply an agreement between two businesses to pooltheir talents and resources. Both offer many ad-vantages to the partners involved, including:

Additional manpower without the need to •hire,Access to new markets,•Pooling of talent,•Availability of specialized capabilities, •equipment and technology,Ability to bid on larger, more complex jobs,•Ability to spread risk among the members,•

Enhanced bonding and financing capacity, •andFormation of new supplier relationships.•

The most effective joint ventures and strategic alliances leverage members’ complementary strengths. In cross-border or international ven-tures, for example, a contractor with specialized skills or experience might join with an out-of-state or foreign company that offers an estab-lished local presence, knowledge of the market, and on-site labor and equipment.

Due diligence required

Before embarking on a joint venture or strategic alliance, it’s critical to vet prospective partnersthoroughly. If your business partner fails, you’ll be responsible for completing the project. It’s also important to document the arrangement carefully to ensure that it has well-defined ob-jectives, each party’s responsibilities are clearly spelled out, and both rewards and risks are fairly allocated.

Source: Construction Industry Advisor, Rick Held-wein, CPA with Soares, Sandall, Bernacchi & Petrovich, LLP. Contact Rick Heldwein at 805-485-7965 for more information on this article.

All California businesses with more than ten employees must maintain a written Emergency Action Plan. Title 8 CCR 3220, Emergency Ac-tion Plan, states that the Emergency Action Plan “shall cover those designated actions employers and employees must take to ensure employee safety from fire and other emergencies. For those employers with 10 or fewer employees the plan may be communicated orally to employees and the employer need not maintain a written plan.”

Planning In an emergency, the effectiveness of response depends on advanced planning and training. Managements commitment and employee involvement are essential to the action plan. The emergency response plan should cover all potential emergencies that could be expected at the work site. The written emergency action plan must be kept at the workplace and made available for employees to review. It should be reevaluated and updated periodically. The fol-lowing elements, at a minimum, must be includ-ed in the plan:• Emergency escape procedures and mappedescape routes•Procedurestobefollowedbyemployeeswhoremain to operate critical operations before they evacuate•Procedures toaccount forallemployeesafterevacuation•Rescueandmedicaldutiesforemployeeswho

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Plan for Workplace Emergencies

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SANTA BARBARA CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONWEEKLY NEWSLETTER January 25, 2012

JANUARY 2012SBCA Board of Directors MeetingJanuary 10, 2012 from 5:00pm to 7:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

SBCA Online Planroom TrainingPresented by April FordJanuary 11, 2012 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

Built Green OrientationJanuary 12, 2012 from 9:00am to 10:00pmLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street

Building Performance CertificationBPI TrainingJanuary 16 - 20, 2012 from 8:00am to 5:00pmLocation: Santa Ynez Chumash Organization585 McMurray Rd, Buellton, CA*See page 13 for more info and registration

SBCA Builder BreakfastGuest Speaker Massoud AbolhodaSB County Building & Safety ManagerJanuary 24, 2012 from 8:00am to 9:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

FEBRUARY 2012SBCA Online Planroom TrainingPresented by April FordFebruary 1, 2012 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

Built Green OrientationFebruary 2, 2012 from 9:00am to 10:00amLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street

Building Performance CertificationBPI TrainingFebruary 6, 2012 from 8:00am to 5:00pmLocation: Santa Barbara City College300 North Turnpike Road, Santa Barbara*See page 13 for more info and registration

SBCA Board of Directors MeetingFebruary 7, 2012 from 5:00pm to 7:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

Green Construction - Opportunities & Pitfalls: An Overview of Federal & State LawsPresented by Chris Haskell, Price Postel & Parma LLPFebruary 14, 2012 from 9:00am to 11:00amLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street

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1st Aid CPR Training & CertificationInstructor, Justin Van Mullen, Safety MattersFebruary 21, 2012 from 8:30am to 1:30pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

State Labor Law & Payroll Tax SeminarPresented by the EDDFebruary 28, 2012 from 9:00am to 3:00pmLocation: EDD Tax Office, Training Room, 4820 McGrath Street, Ventura

MARCH 2012SBCA Board of Directors MeetingMarch 6, 2012 from 5:00pm to 7:00pmLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax SeminarPresented by the EDDMarch 7, 2012 from 9:00am to 3:00pmLocation: Workforce Resource Center130 E. Ortega St., Training Room

SBCA Online Planroom TrainingPresented by April FordMarch 7, 2012 from 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: SBCA, 914 A Santa Barbara Street

Built Green OrientationMarch 8, 2012 from 9:00am to 10:00amLocation: Built Green Resource Center,914 A Santa Barbara Street

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EMERGENCY WASH STATIONS

Many new chemical products are introduced into the workplace each year and even with careful planning and safety measures, harmful chemical-exposure accidents occur. Because of the potential for exposure, a list of all hazardous substances should be maintained at each worksite. Material Safety Data Sheets on these substances should be readily available with substance descriptions including their location, risks, manufacturer’s precautions, and treatment or antidote measures should there be a harmful exposure.

Emergency wash fixtures must be provided in the workplace if there is a reasonable risk that workers may be exposed to caustic chemicals or other hazardous substances. All workers at risk for exposure should be made aware of the location and purpose of the emergency wash stations and receive regular training on their use. Keep in mind that emergency wash fixtures are not substitutes for personal protective gear like safety eyewear, face shields, and protective clothing.

Some chemicals have a harmful reaction when mixed with another substance and may endanger the handler or those in the area. You can counteract a reaction by having emergency wash stations or showers that provide large amounts of continually flowing water to flush the chemical. It is not recommended that neutralizing agents be used on the eyes or skin. Combining certain chemicals can be dangerous, and may increase the damaging effects of chemical burns or develop scar tissue if the wrong neutralizing agent is accidentally used.

The most effective first step in treating chemical contamination of the eye or skin is immediate flushing or washing with potable water. This and the selection and placement of emergency wash stations or showers, are among the most crucial steps you can take in effective emergency response.

Medical experts say that immediate access to an emergency wash station is critical. The chance of full recovery from chemical contamination of the eye is excellent, if the victim reaches an eyewash station within 10 to 15 seconds. Panic, pain, and obscured vision will slow response time, so it is important that emergency wash fixtures be highly visible.

The length of time and amount of flushing or washing is key to the successful treatment of the eye or skin. The minimum amount of time for flushing the eye is 15 minutes, although most medical experts say a full 20 to 30 minutes of flushing time is best. It is important that the water pressure of the eyewash station be closely regulated because tender eye tissue can be easily damaged.

With the help of a trained medical professional, establish first-aid procedures for chemical injuries then review and update these measures and all safety precautions on a regular schedule.

Courtesy of the State Compensation Insurance Fund

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The above evaluations and/or recommendations are for general guidance only and should not be relied upon for legal compliance purposes. They are based solely on the information provided to us and relate only to those conditions specifically discussed. We do not make any warranty, expressed or implied, that your workplace is safe or healthful or that it complies with all laws, regulations or standards.

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P.O. Box 23409 Santa Barbara, CA 93121 805-884-1100 phone 805-884-1108 fax www.sbcontractors.org [email protected]

ESTACIONES DE LAVADO DE EMERGENCIA

Todos los años aparecen en el lugar de trabajo muchos productos químicos nuevos y, a pesar de una cuidada planificación y de las medidas de seguridad tomadas, se producen accidentes en los que las personas se ven expuestas a productos químicos nocivos. Debido al potencial de exposición, cada lugar de trabajo debe disponer de una lista de todas las sustancias peligrosas. Las Hojas de Datos sobre Seguridad de Materiales referentes a estas sustancias deben estar fácilmente disponibles y en ellas deben constar descripciones de las sustancias, incluida su ubicación, riesgos, precauciones del fabricante y las medidas de tratamiento o antídoto en caso de producirse una exposición peligrosa a dicha sustancia.

El lugar de trabajo debe poseer estaciones de lavado de emergencia siempre que exista un riesgo razonable de que los trabajadores puedan verse expuestos a productos químicos cáusticos o a otras sustancias peligrosas. Todos los trabajadores sometidos a este riesgo deben conocer la ubicación y propósito de las estaciones de lavado de emergencia y ser capacitados con regularidad acerca de su uso. Adviértase que las estaciones de lavado de emergencia no son sustitutivas de los equipos de protección personal, tales como anteojos, máscaras protectoras y ropa de seguridad.

Algunos productos químicos reaccionan de una manera peligrosa cuando se mezclan con otra sustancia y pueden poner en peligro al usuario o a las personas a su alrededor. Se puede combatir la reacción si se dispone de duchas o estaciones de lavado de emergencia que proporcionen cantidades abundantes de agua que fluyan continuamente para eliminar el producto químico. No se recomienda el uso de agentes neutralizadores en los ojos ni en la piel. La combinación de ciertos productos químicos puede resultar peligrosa e incrementar los efectos perjudiciales de las quemaduras químicas o causar cicatrices en la piel si, accidentalmente, se utiliza un agente neutralizador inadecuado.

Lavarse de inmediato con abundante agua potable es la medida más efectiva que se puede tomar en primer lugar para el tratamiento de la contaminación química de los ojos o la piel. Esto, junto con la selección y colocación de duchas o estaciones de lavado de emergencia, son dos de las medidas cruciales que se pueden adoptar para responder eficazmente a una emergencia.

Los expertos médicos destacan la extrema importancia del acceso inmediato a una estación de lavado de emergencia. La probabilidad de lograr una recuperación total de las lesiones oculares es excelente si la víctima llega a una estación de lavado de los ojos en un plazo de 10 a 15 segundos. El pánico, el dolor y el oscurecimiento de la visión reducirán el tiempo de respuesta, por lo que es importante que las estaciones de emergencia se coloquen en lugares bien visibles.

La duración del lavado y la cantidad de agua utilizada en él resultan fundamentales para el tratamiento con éxito de los ojos o la piel. La duración mínima del lavado de los ojos es de 15 minutos, aunque la mayoría de los expertos coincide en señalar que resulta más apropiado hacerlo durante 20 a 30 minutos. Es importante regular atentamente la presión del agua de la estación de lavado de los ojos, ya que el tejido ocular debilitado puede resultar dañado fácilmente.

Se deben establecer, con la ayuda de profesionales médicos capacitados, medidas de primeros auxilios para las lesiones químicas; éstas, al igual que todas las precauciones de seguridad, deben ser revisadas y actualizadas con regularidad.

Courtesy of the State Compensation Insurance Fund

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The above evaluations and/or recommendations are for general guidance only and should not be relied upon for legal compliance purposes. They are based solely on the information provided to us and relate only to those conditions specifically discussed. We do not make any warranty, expressed or implied, that your workplace is safe or healthful or that it complies with all laws, regulations or standards.

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Interested in a career in the building trades? There is a critical shortage of construction workers. Over 1 million new jobs will be created nationally in the next seven years, with 2,500 of them in Santa Barbara and Ventura in the next three years. California construction workers earn an average of $24 an hour and journey-level workers earn $70,000-plus a year!

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CT 118 Measuring and Calculating Th: 6-9pm (16 wks) Wake Center (Beg. 1/26/12)

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Kalb’s Q & A for ContractorsBy David Kalb, Capitol Services, Inc.

We have been busy at Capitol Services helping contractors discover new opportunity in Nevada and Arizona, a ‘rush’ that is reflected in recent news of their leading the nation in state popu-lation growth over the last decade. Meanwhile, licensed contractors may find greater opportu-nity within the borders of California as govern-ment focuses on creating a ‘level’ playing field by cracking down on the unlicensed operators ‘bending’ the rules…

The CSLB Enforcement Committee met in Sacra-mento last week to discuss a wide variety of top-ics related to contractors and the construction industry. Of particular note was their emphasis on increasing proactive enforcement aimed at the underground economy.

The Contractors Board will be stepping up part-nering with other state agencies including the Employment Development Department (EDD) and Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), among others. The focal point will be the newly created DIR Labor Enforcement Task Force (LETF), which was launched on January 1st. According to the DIR, “this is a collaborative effort between state agencies to combat the underground economy and to improve California’s business environment where legitimate employers can thrive.”

The primary partners of the LETF include DIR,

the Employment Development Department, Contractor’s State License Board, Board of Equal-ization, and the Bureau of Automotive Repair. “The goal of LETF is to ensure fair and safe work-ing conditions in all workplaces and promote a level playing field for employers through educa-tion and enforcement of state laws,” said Labor and Workforce Agency Secretary Marty Morgen-stern. “Labor law violators endanger workers and have an unfair market advantage over law-abiding businesses”. The goals of the task force will be to:

1) Ensure workers receive proper payment of wages and are provided a safe work environ-ment; 2) Ensure California receives all employ-ment taxes, fees, and fines due from employers; 3) Make efficient use of state and federal resources in carrying out the mission of the Labor Enforce-ment Task Force; and 4) Eliminate unfair business competition by ‘leveling the playing field’ so that employers who comply with the law do not have to compete with employers who break the law. According to DIR Director, Christine Baker, “By joining forces with other agencies conducting inspections, we can have a greater impact on stopping labor violations and the underground economy. Collaboration will also save time and money by avoiding overlapping inspections and focusing our efforts on the egregious violators.”

According to the DIR, and echoed by the CSLB,

businesses operating underground typically vio-late many laws designed to protect workers and our state’s economy. These include: not paying in-come taxes, unemployment insurance or disabil-ity insurance; not carrying (or under-reporting) Workers Compensation coverage; not paying proper wages; and not registering for required li-censes or permits. These underground operators subsequently pay lower overhead costs, which give them an unfair competitive advantage over legitimate, law-abiding businesses.

In addition to discussing the goals of the LETF, the Enforcement Committee heard from the Chief of EDD’s Compliance Development Opera-tions, Dan Kurttila, who emphasized their com-mitment to the construction industry and the Board’s strategic objective to combat the under-ground economy.

Like the ‘synching’ on your individual mobile, computer or server, State government networks are talking, ‘pushing’ data sharing and improving the odds unlicensed contractors will be caught in California.

While knowledge is power, knowing where to go for the answers is half the battle. Get expert assistance immediately when you call 866-443-0657, email [email protected], or write me at Capitol Servic-es, Inc., 1225 8th St. Ste. 580, Sacramento, CA 95814. Research past columns at www.cutredtape.com.

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Training Every employee needs to know the details of the emergency action plan including types of poten-tial emergencies, evacuation procedures, alarm systems, reporting procedures, and shutdown procedures. Random emergency drills should be held at least annually. If possible, they should in-clude outside police and fire authorities.

Emergency procedure training should be con-ducted when new employees are hired and at least annually thereafter. Additional training is needed when new equipment, materials or processes are introduced, when procedures have been updated or revised, and when exer-cises show that employee performance is inad-equate. Chain of Command A chain of commend should be established so

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that employees know who has authority for making decisions. An emergency response co-ordinator and a backup coordinator should be designated. Adequate backup must be arranged so that trained personnel are always available. Coordinator duties include:•Determiningwhetheranemergencyrequiringactivation of emergency procedures exists• Directing all emergency activities includingevacuation of personnel•Ensuringthatoutsideemergencyservicessuchas medical aid and local fire departments are called when necessary•Directingtheshutdownofcompanyoperationswhen necessary

Emergency Response Teams The Emergency Response Teams are the first line of defense in emergencies. Team mem-bers should be thoroughly trained for potential emergencies and physically capable of carrying out their duties; know about toxic hazards in the workplace and be able to judge when to evacu-ate personnel or depend on outside help (e.g. when a fire is too large for them to handle). One

or more teams should be trained in:•Useofvarioustypesoffireextinguishers•Firstaid,includingcardiopulmonaryresuscita-tion (CPR)•Shutdownprocedures•Evacuationprocedures•Chemicalspillcontrolprocedures• Use of self-contained breathing apparatus(SCBA)•Searchandemergencyrescueprocedures

Communication Effective emergency communication is vital. Employees must know how to report emergen-cies. And a method of communication should be established to alert employees to evacuate or to take other emergency action described in the plan. An alarm system should be in place, dis-tinctive and recognizable enough to signal the emergency action.

An alternate area for a communications center may be necessary if the work site must be evacu-ated. The emergency coordinator should have

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Reasonable care is given in gathering, compiling and furnishing the information contained herein which is obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but the SBCA is not responsible or liable for errors, omissions or inaccuracies.

Santa Barbara Contractors Association Projects Out to Bid 1/25/2012

Thursday, January 26, 2012Maintenance and Repair 4990 Wing Way Paso Robles

2:00 PM 1/26/2012 DPW Project No. 11-11

Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:

Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and performing all work necessary and incidental to the construction of the project known as Maintenance and Repair - 4990 Wing Way, Project No. 11-11, according to drawings and specifications prepared by the City of Paso Robles and according to the Contract Documents. The work shall include but is not limited to, removal and replacement of existing structures, street work, landscaping and irrigation, all as shown on the plans and/or as specified herein.

Addenda: 0

PD Boiler/Economizer Project Stockton

2:00 PM 1/26/2012 Project No. 11-19

MAND Jan 10


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Replace two boilers, add a plate frame water source economizer, and replace pneumatic temperature controls with digital controls.

Addenda: 0

City of Stockton - Alex Martinez 425 North El Dorado Street, Stockton, CA 95202 209-937-8055

Friday, January 27, 2012ARRA-Funded Bus Stop Improvements Paso Robles

2:00 PM 1/27/2012 DPW Project No. 10-06


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and performing all work necessary and incidental to the construction of the project known as ARRA-Funded Bus Stop Improvements, DWP Project No. 10-06 according to drawings and specifications prepared by the City of Paso Robles and according to the Contract Documents. The work shall include but is not limited to furnishing all materials, labor, tools and equipment necessary to remove and replace existing curbs, gutter, sidewalk, paving, protect existing structures in place, and relocate bus shelter benches, all as shown on the plans and/or as specified herein.

1/24/2012Addenda: 1

Tuesday, January 31, 2012RFP Design-Build CDBG Access Improvements Project PW-006 Solvang

2:00 PM 1/31/2012 PW-006

Jan 24 @ 2pm


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: The project includes the design and construction/installation of improved handicap accessibility doors to the City Hall rear entry and the City Annex Building Main Entrance, and public counter improvements for the Parks and Recreation Department reception area.

Addenda: 0

City of Solvang - Frank Saunders, Solvang, CA 93463 805-688-5575

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The Built Green Resource Center offers information, programs and classes on green building practices and materials. It showcases energy independence, wa-ter savings, and other sustainable building practices. The Resource Center is open to the public by appointment only. Please call 805-884-1100 to schedule your visit.

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Trash Enclosure - SBCA 805-884-1100 Santa Barbara

12:00 PM 1/31/2012Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:

Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Trash Enclosure

Please contact the SBCA for more information 805-884-1100 or [email protected]: 0

Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) Short Term Parking Lot Kiosk Santa Barbara

3:00 PM 1/31/2012 Bid No. 3658

MAND Jan 18 @ 9am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Sealed proposals for Bid No. 3658 for the Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) Short Term Parking Lot Kiosk will be received in the Purchasing Office, 310 E. Ortega Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101, until 3:00 P.M., Tuesday, Jaunary 31, 2012, to be publicly opened and read at that time. Any bidder who wishes its bid proposal to be considered is responsible for making certain that its bid proposal is actually delivered to said Purchasing Office. Bids shall be addressed to the General Services Manager, Purchasing Office, 310 E. Ortega Street, Santa Barbara, California, and shall be labeled, “SBA Short Term Parking Lot Kiosk, Bid No. 3658."

This project involves the installation of a parking kiosk and associated improvements in the new Santa Barbara Airport Short Term Parking Lot. The work includes all labor, material, supervision, plant and equipment necessary to complete the following: Provide and install kiosk and associated electrical and civil improvements per plans and specs. The Engineer’s estimate is $75,000. Each bidder must have a Class A license to complete this work in accordance with the California Business and Professions Code.

There will be a mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting scheduled for Wednesday January 18, 2012, at 9:00 A.M. at 601 Firestone Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93117.

Note: Addendum No.1 (posted 1/24/12) changes the bid due date to January 31, 2012, among other things.Addenda: 0

Sespe Creek Levee 2012 Rock Revetment Repairs Fillmore

12:00 PM 1/31/2012 WP12-17

MAND Jan 24 @ 10am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: General description of project: Design and construct rock riprap slope protection improvements for sections of levee identified as deficient in the Corps of Engineer Periodic Inspection Report on east bank of the Sespe Creek from Hwy 126 to Goodenough Road.

Project Purpose:To correct the rock size difficiencies according to the Army Corps of Engineers Periodic Inspection Report for Project No. 3191.135.

Pre Bid Conference Location: County of Ventura Government Center, CONFERENCE ROOM 331, THIRD FLOOR, HALL OF ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 800 SOUTH VICTORIA AVENUE, VENTURA, CALIFORNIA

Addenda: 0

Wednesday, February 01, 2012Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Master Plan Project Oxnard

2:00 PM 2/1/2012 Spec No DS12-01


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: This project consists of installing conduits, pull boxes, Fiber Optic cables, CCTV cameras, batter backup system, traffic signal controllers and modifying existing signal controller.

Addenda: 0

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For an appointment, please contact us at:

805-963-3301No charge for initial consultation to SBCA members

HARDIN & COFFIN, LLP

ATTORNEYS AT LAW

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Expert in Leak RepairsReroof Specialists

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11-277 Parking Lot Lighting Re-Lamp/Ballast - Montebello DMV Field Office Montebello

2:30 PM 2/2/2012 IFB 11-277

MAND Jan 5 @ 8am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Contractor will be responsible for verifying all dimensions, quantities, types, voltages, and existing conditions prior to ordering parts or starting work pertinent to this contract.

Replace ALL existing ballast, lamps, and the associated electrical hardware in each pole mounted parking lot light fixture and exterior soffit lights. Approximate number of fixtures are as follows:

(25) - 150w HPS soffit lights(35) - 250w HPS pole mounted parking lot lights

Addenda: 0

Accessibility Improvements Along Spring Street & Downtown Park Paso Robles

2:00 PM 2/2/2012 Project No. 11-01


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and performing all work necessary and incidental to the construction of the project known as Accessibility Improvements Along Spring Street and Downtown Park, Project No. 11-01, according to drawings and specifications prepared by the City of Paso Robles and according to the Contract Documents. The work shall include but is not limited to, mobilizing; preparing and implementing traffic control plans; removing and replacing existing concrete curbs, gutters, sidewalk, pavement and brick pavers; installing stamped concrete, tactile tiles; removing existing striping; installing new striping; protection of existing structures; compaction; and ancillary work all as shown on the plans and/or as specified herein. All equipment and materials furnished shall be new.

Addenda: 0

Friday, February 03, 2012Chumash Learning Center Santa Ynez


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: The Project consists of remodeling and adding to an existing residence, to construct the proposed Learning Center, with total gross construction area of approximately 5,000 square feet. The project includes associated site work, landscaping and surface parking. The Work shall be in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications, dated January 16, 2012, as prepared by James Macari, Architect, AIA.

Visit the site prior to submitting the bid. A pre-bid conference and job walk is scheduled at 10 AM on Wednesday, January 25, 2012. Additional site visits can be scheduled by prior arrangement. Please do not visit the site unannounced.

The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians is a federally recognized Indian tribe and is exempt from California State sales and use taxes on materials and fixtures unincorporated into this Project by the General Contractor and all subcontractors. All bidders shall comply with SPECIAL CONDITIONS RELATING TO SALES TAXES, available electronically.

1/24/2012Addenda: 1

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Santa Barbara office:211 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

805-966-3233 www.ventanadoor.com

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Job Order Contract - Energy Management & Controls Santa Barbara

2:30 PM 2/9/2012 fM110462JOC

MAND Jan 26 @ 1:30pm


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: To support construction projects that have a total estimated cost of work equal to or in excess of $100,000 and have an Energy Management and Controls component as part of the overall construction of the work.

The JOC is to be used when the Energy Management and Controls Work can be treated as a standalone component of the overall project.

Prior to the approval of each job order authorization an individual job order authorization may be assigned to a separate not yet selected general contractor. For the potential assigned job order authorizations the JOC-Energy Management & Controls job order contractor shall act as Sub-contractor to a not yet selected general contractor.

The JOC will be used for job orders in which the non-pre-priced work exceeds 10% of the work for the job order, as determined at the time of issuance of the job order.

Job orders will not be issued for more than $1,000,000 though unanticipated conditions may result in change order to increase the ultimate amount of the job order.

The energy management and controls component shall be a turnkey installation of a Campus wide/ Multi-Building energy management and controls system consisting of standalone systems and / or integrated systems both between buildings and to the third party equipment and devices for energy efficient comfort heating and cooling applications. The system shall also have a common user interface providing monitoring and control of: A Campus wide / Multi-Building HVC system, or critical laboratory environments, or industrial and domestic water systems, and / or process heating and cooling.

Addenda: 0

Tri-County Blueprinting & Supply, CA 805-966-1701, Fax#: 805-966-9484UCSB - Steve Eggemeyer, CA 805-893-7193

March Lany Bicycle & Pedestrian Trail Greenscape Stockton

2:00 PM 2/9/2012 Project No. 10-10


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: This project will construct irrigation and landscaping in the East Bay Municipal Utilities District rightofway located adjacent to March Lane. Project limits are from Pershing Avenue, extending easterly to existing improvements at St. Basil’s Church; approximately three acres. Improvements include: drip irrigation, a demonstration garden, turf, shrubs, trees, sidewalks, and various hardscapes

Addenda: 0

City of Stockton - Jodi Almassy, Stockton, CA 209-937-8299

Monday, February 13, 2012Williams Way Sewer Trunk Line Rehabilitation Project Simi Valley

3:30 PM 2/13/2012 SV 12-03Bid Date: Ref # Project Type: Public Est:

Prebid Conference:

Project Description: The proposed improvement consist of 375 feet of the existing 12-inch sewer pipe with cured-in-place (CIPP) lining, including the removal and reconstruction of a 12-foot pipe segment, dewatering, installation of temporary sewage bypass pumps and piping system, traffic control, trenching, and pavement resurfacing

Addenda: 0

Simi Valley Department of Public Works, Simi Valley, CA 805-563-6891

Tuesday, February 14, 2012


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Sidewalk & Access Ramp Improvement Project & Pine Street Surface Drainage Improvement Project Solvang Project No. PW 017

Solvang

2:00 PM 2/14/2012 Project No. PW 017

Feb 7 @ 2pm


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: The WORK includes, but is not limited to PCC and AC improvements at various locations as shown on the plans. The engineers estimated cost of construction for this project is $155,000. The work includes:

Construction of concrete sidewalk, driveway, curb & gutter, curb access ramps, and cross gutter; restoration of landscaping, adjustment of gate, asphalt concrete, striping, painting of addresses, and raising of utilities to grade.

LOCATION OF WORK: Second Place from Laurel Ave to Fir Ave, Alisal Road and Oak St, 1556 Mission Dr., 1665 Mission Dr, and Pine Street from Laurel Ave to approximately 500’ south.

Addenda: 0

City of Solvang - Frank Saunders, Solvang, CA 93463 805-688-5575

Thursday, February 16, 2012Santa Barbara County Veterans Memorial Building, Building Renovation Project Lompoc

3:00 PM 2/16/2012

MAND Jan 25 @ 10am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Renovation and upgrade of portions of the building, including, but not limited to installation of a radon mitigation system in the basement area, removal of existing enclosed BBQ area, various structural upgrades, including supports for brick chimneys, renovated restrooms, a new janitor’s closet, addition / replacement of stair handrails / guardrails, reframing of basement stairs, new doors, panic hardware adjustments, installation of a gas regulator vent and additional gas shut-off outside building with earthquake valve, repair of existing fire escape, possible replacement of existing heating units, ductwork and vents and related demolition, and potential addition of accessibility requirements such as path of travel and interior and exterior signage.

1/24/2012Addenda: 1

County of Santa Barbara - Jill Van Wie, CA 805-560-1079

Court House Air Handler Rooms Retrofit Project Santa Barbara

3:30 PM 2/16/2012 F02003

MAND Jan 23 @ 10:00am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: Winning bidder to provide labor and materials to remove existing Air Handler units, ducting, hydronics piping, and replace with new as noted in the specifications.

Addenda: 0

County of Santa Barbara - Richard Whirty, Santa Barbara, CA 805-568-3086

Thursday, March 01, 201211-305 Seal and Stripe Parking Lot for the Oceanside DMV Oceanside

2:30 PM 3/1/2012 11-305

MAND Feb 7 @ 11:30am


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: The contractor agrees to provide to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) all labor, tools, materials, and equipment necessary to provide seal and stripe the parking lot asphalt surfaces for the term of this agreement.

Addenda: 0

Department of Motor Vehicles - Cindy Huynh 2415 First Avenue MS E-112, Sacramento, CA 95818 916-657-6972, Fax#: 916-657-2387

Friday, June 01, 2012Howard Residence - Dorie 805-377-0891 Santa Barbara


Prebid Conference:

Project Description: New 9000 sq. ft. custom home, new detached garage, and new 1976 SF guest house on 5 acres.

Project Contact: Dorie Pellegrin (805) 377-0891 e-mail [email protected]: 0

Dorie Pellegrin, CA 805-377-0891


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[email protected]

(805) 683-1848Fax: 805.964.6653

Lic. #559076

Specialty Team Plastering, Inc. Award winning plaster,

Specializing in custom homes and fine craftsmanship.

910 Philinda Ave., Suite E Santa Barbara, CA 93103 805-966-3858 805-966-0924 www.specialtyteamplastering.com

Interior and Exterior plaster Venetian Plaster Plaster and foam molding(details) Fireplace Mantles & Surrounds Kitchen Oven Hoods Custom Colors Custom Weep Screeds Chimney Cap Steel Stud Framing Spray on Fireproofing

P.O. Box 517Santa Barbara, CA 93102

Phone 805-618-8648Email [email protected]

www.tradartfoundation.org

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CONSTRUCTION MONITOR'S REPORT

for permits issued between: 1/9/2012 1/13/2012and

Building & Safety DivisionCity of Santa Barbara

ROLEADDRESS VAL. $ DATE ISSUEDPERMIT #

BLD2011-01817 1417 ALMOND AVE R/B-ADDITION CORDOBA, MARIA CRUZ RODRIGUEZ LIVIN OWNER

1417 ALMOND AVE SANTA BARBARACA 93101

150,000 1/11/2012

MANUEL CONTRERAS **

CON 805-844-3622426 FERNWWOD OXNARD CA 93030

BLD2011-01844 1201 STATE ST C/C-ADDITION EALAND CHARLES DELANEY II OWNER

225 TRAVIS DR LOS OSOSCA 93402

238,589 1/12/2012

SCHMIDT & SCHMIDT INC.

CON 884-4903103 N. NOPAL ST. SANTA BARBARA CA 93103

WINICK ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN

ARC 805-456-5422512 BRINKERHOFF AVENUE SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

BLD2011-02097 512 BATH ST R/F-NEW CITY OF SANTA BARBARA HOUSING AUTHO OWNER

808 LAGUNA ST SANTA BARBARACA 93101

5,100,000 1/13/2012

MCGILLIVRAY CONSTRUCTION

CON 805-648-15171800 N. OLIVE ST. SUITE "D" P.O. BOX 956 VENTURA CA 93002

PEIKERT GROUP ARCHITECTS

ARC 805-963-8283, ext. 10510 E FIGUEROA SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

STUDIO ENGINEERS, INC

ENG 805-962-27801108 DE LA VINA STE A SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF SB

OWN [email protected] SZYMANSKI 808 LAGUNA ST SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

BLD2011-02390 601 E MICHELTORENA ST BLDG 76 R/A-FIRE SPRINKLERJUDY CARPENTER OWNER

PO BOX 2 SANTA BARBARACA 93102

90,800 1/11/2012

FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, INC.

CON 800-915-3473705 E. HARRISON ST CORONA CA 92879

SANTA BARBARA COTTAGE HOSPITAL FOUN

OWN 569-7238PO BOX 689 ATTN: RON BISCARO SANTA BARBARA CA 93102

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License No. 788005

SBCA Best Hardscape & LandscapeInternational Landscape Designer of the Year - 2009

Phone (805) 687-3569 gracedesignassociates.com

License No. 788005

SBCA Best Hardscape & LandscapeInternational Landscape Designer of the Year - 2009

Phone (805) 687-3569 | gracedesignassociates.com

PHONE (805) 965-1926 FAX (805) 963-6071

OSWALD J. DA ROS, INC. • MASONRY CONTRACTORS •

Lic# 216916 MARBLE • GRANITE • STONES

976 Carrillo Road PETER A DA ROS Santa Barbara, CA 93103

805-498-8350

www.augustroofing.com

Residential & Commercial

• Workers Comp Insurance• General Liability Insurance• All work done by company experts• Locally owned and operated• Free Estimates

“Waterproofing at it’s best, quality above the rest!”

CA Lic. B & C-39 786740

Repairs, Re-Roofingand New Construction

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ROLEADDRESS VAL. $ DATE ISSUEDPERMIT #

BLD2011-02472 428 FOXEN DR R/B-ALTERATION PRYDE FUSAE M OWNER

428 FOXEN DR SANTA BARBARACA 93105

75,000 1/11/2012

TOM SMITH

ARC 565-22881115 COAST VILLAGE SANTA BARBARA CA 93108

BLD2011-02539 1359 SANTA TERESITA DR R/A-SITE WORK AIELLO, KENNETH/CATHERINE LIVING TR OWNER

1359 SANTA TERESITA DR SANTA BARBARACA 93105

35,000 1/13/2012

HOLLAND EQUIPMENT/CONSTRUCTION

CON 895-61251120 VEREDA DEL CIERVO GOLETA CA 93117

BLD2011-02540 1383 SANTA TERESITA DR R/A-SITE WORK AIELLO, KENNETH/CATHERINE LIVING TR OWNER

1359 SANTA TERESITA DR SANTA BARBARACA 93105

35,000 1/13/2012

HOLLAND EQUIPMENT/CONSTRUCTION

CON 895-61251120 VEREDA DEL CIERVO GOLETA CA 93117

BLD2012-00058 3820 STATE ST C/OTC-REROOF PEACEFUL VIEW PROPERTIES, LLC OWNER

3820 STATE STATTN: MR D. STEPHEN SORENSON

SANTA BARBARACA 93105

137,500 1/9/2012

SANTA BARBARA MISSION ROOFING

CON 805-963-5856130 N. CALLE CESAR CHAVEZ SANTA BARBARA CA 93101

BLD2012-00061 70 LOMA MEDIA RD R/OTC-REROOFJACK STEVENSON OWNER

80 LOMA MEDIA SANTA BARBARACA 93101

35,000 1/9/2012

SEBASTIAN ROOFING

CON 485-51092459 CORTEZ OXNARD CA 93036

BLD2012-00068 1510 W MOUNTAIN DR R/B-PV POWELL, CHRISTIE ANNE 2002 TRUST OWNER

PO BOX 5581 SANTA BARBARACA 93150

45,000 1/9/2012

SOLFORCE SYSTEMS INC. **

CON 695-00151230 F COAST VILLAGE CIRCLE SANTA BARBARA CA 93108

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If you are anemployer who wishes to obtain assistance from

Cal/OSHAConsultation, or want to learn more about what

services are available, you can do so by calling the

toll-free assistance number.

1(800) 963-9424 If you want to arrange an

on-site visit or obtaintechnical information, you can contact the Cal/OSHA Consultation area office

nearest your workplace or you can email us at

[email protected].

MAKE SUREYOU ARE

IN COMPLAINCEwwwdir.ca.gov

Gary Branch Division Manager

60 South KelloggGoleta, CA 93117805.964.8641805.967.6328Fax: [email protected]

License No. 275524

We Make Good Neighbors!

805-498-8350

www.augustroofing.com

Residential & Commercial

• Workers Comp Insurance• General Liability Insurance• All work done by company experts• Locally owned and operated• Free Estimates

“Waterproofing at it’s best, quality above the rest!”

CA Lic. B & C-39 786740

Repairs, Re-Roofingand New Construction

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an updated list of key personnel, of employees, and of employee relatives to be notified in case of emergency. There should be a sys-tem for accounting for personnel once they have been evacuated. The person in the control center is responsible for notifying police or emergency response team members of persons believed missing.

Personal ProtectionEffective personal protection is essential for any person who may be exposed to potentially hazardous substances. In emergency situ-ations employees may be exposed to a wide variety of hazardous circumstances, like chemical splashes, falling object, flying particles, unknown atmospheres with inadequate oxygen or toxic gases, fires, and live electrical wiring. It is extremely important the employees be adequately protected in these situation and that the equipment selected meet the criteria contained in Cal/OSHA standards. Some of the safety equipment that may be used includes:•Safetyglasses,goggles,orfaceshieldsforeyeprotection•Hardhatsandsafetyshoes•Properlyselectedandfittedrespirators•Wholebodycoverings,gloves,hoods,andboots•Bodyprotection for abnormalenvironmental conditions suchasextreme temperaturesMedical AssistanceIn an emergency, time is a critical factor in minimizing injuries and

damage. Employers not near an infirmary, clinic or hospital should have someone on site trained in first aid, have medical personnel readily available for advice and consultation, and develop written emergency medical procedures.Employers should have first aid supplies for trained personnel to use, emergency phone numbers posted in conspicuous places near or on telephones, and prearranged ambulance services for emer-gencies. ________________________________________“Information or recommendations contained in these articles were obtained from sources believed to be reliable at the date of pub-lication. Information is only advisory and does not presume to be exhaustive or inclusive of all workplace hazards or situations.”________________________________________The above evaluations and/or recommendations are for general guidance only and should not be relied upon for legal compliance purposes. They are based solely on the information provided to us and relate only to those conditions specifically discussed. We do not make any warranty, expressed or implied, that your workplace is safe or healthful or that it complies with all laws, regulations or standards.

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Unlicensed Operators

Like legitimate contractors, unlicensed operators sometimes use advertising to find new clients. Ads without license numbers or with numbers that are not issued by the CSLB are frequently used by the Board to identify sting targets.

The CSLB and other enforcement agencies use two sections of the law—B&P Sections 7027.1 and 7099.10—to take legal action against unlicensed contractors and, on occasion, against licensed contractors who advertise illegally.

If an unlicensed operator advertises as a contractor in a telephone directory, and if an investigation determines the entity doing the advertising is unlicensed, under B&P Section 7099.10 (a), the Registrar can issue a citation for a fine or other civil penalty assessment. The citation will also include an order of correction that requires:

any phone number in the unlawful ad and to not refer subsequent calls to any new number obtained by that person. If the order of correction isn’t made, the Registrar can have the Public Utilities Commission disconnect the phone service.

If you believe that an unlicensed contractor is actively working on a construction project, contact the CSLB at 1-800-321-CSLB (2752) or fill out a “SWIFT Lead Referral” form, which is available on the CSLB Web site, www.cslb.ca.gov.

CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE BOARD DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS

ADVERTISINGGUIDELINES

ADVERTISING

Include your license number in

anything that might be considered

advertising.

Don’t use false or misleading

advertising, or advertise a price

you don’t intend to honor.

Don’t advertise to do work you’re

not licensed to perform.

Don’t advertise about bonding.

When advertising asbestos

removal services, be sure to include

your asbestos certification and

registration numbers along with

your business name.

Notify CSLB whenever you see

advertising for an unlicensed

contractor.

CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE BOARD

P.O. Box 26000Sacramento, CA 95826-00261-800-321-CSLB (2752)www.cslb.ca.gov

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Board of Directors

John HolehousePresident

Jack Martin1st Vice President

Paulo Sitolini2nd Vice President

Dan GeorgeTreasurer

Peter NovakParliamentarian

Patrick Foster

David James

Brian Larkowski

William Mace

Mark Magid

Aaron McKean

Rodney Utt

Executive DirectorKarin [email protected]

Administrative AssistantApril [email protected]

Santa Barbara Contractors Association914 A Santa Barbara StreetP. O. Box 23409Santa Barbara, CA 93121805.884.1100 Phone805.884.1108 Faxinfo@sbcontractors.orgwww.sbcontractors.orgwww.builtgreensb.org

The Santa Barbara Contractors Association Newsletter is published weekly by the Santa Barbara Contractors Association, Inc. Edito-rial and advertising offices are located at 914 A Santa Barbara Street, P.O. Box 23409, Santa Barbara, CA 93121. Office 805-884-1100, Fax 805-884-1108, Email [email protected]. A subscription is included in the annual membership dues. The news-letter is distributed to more than 600 local businesses and agencies. Articles appearing in this newsletter are presented as a public service and may not reflect the opinion of the publisher, its board of directors or its members. Please send comments regarding the newsletter to [email protected].

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