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Outreach Coordinator

Kelly Carlon



Project Estimator

Dennis Ullrich



Contact Information

4048 Commercial Street
Bakersfield, CA 93308



Telephone

(661) 324-5846



Fax

(661) 324-5864



Vortex Construction
is seeking qualified Section 3s, HUD MBE/WBE Outreachs


Project Name

Baker Street RAD Improvements



Bid/Contract #

September 8, 2026



Awarding Agency

Baker Street Village RAD LP and Housing Authority of the County of Kern



Project Location

Bakersfield, Kern County, CA



Bid Date

10/07/2026 at 10:00



Project Details

We are seeking quotes from qualified subcontractors and suppliers for the Baker Street Village RAD Improvements project in Bakersfield, CA. Targeted work categories include electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, framing, drywall, painting, flooring, concrete, paving, landscaping, site work, trucking/hauling, and general building repairs. The project consists of rehabilitation and improvements to existing residential units under HUD's RAD program. Participation goals include Section 3 businesses, minority‑owned, and women‑owned firms in accordance with HUD's Section 3 and MBE/WBE outreach requirements.



Plans and specifications for the Baker Street Village RAD Improvements project can be obtained directly from the Housing Authority of the County of Kern or through the bid portal where the IFB was issued at https://kernha.org/bid-opportunities/. Subcontractors must carry standard commercial liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage consistent with California public works requirements. Performance and payment bonds are required only for the prime contractor; subcontractor bonding is not specified as mandatory in the bid documents but may be requested depending on trade and scope. This project is not subject to union hiring requirements. All subcontractors must comply with HUD Section 3 participation and MBE/WBE outreach goals as outlined in the IFB.




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