# Caltrans Scraper (`flamboyant_liner/caltrans-scraper`) Actor Caltrans Contract Cost Database Scraper. Structured data export for lead generation, enrichment, and competitive research. - **URL**: https://apify.com/flamboyant\_liner/caltrans-scraper.md - **Developed by:** [Khrystyna Skotte](https://apify.com/flamboyant_liner) (community) - **Categories:** Lead generation, Automation, Developer tools - **Stats:** 2 total users, 1 monthly users, 100.0% runs succeeded, NaN bookmarks - **User rating**: No ratings yet ## Pricing Pay per usage This Actor is paid per platform usage. The Actor is free to use, and you only pay for the Apify platform usage, which gets cheaper the higher subscription plan you have. Learn more: https://docs.apify.com/platform/actors/running/actors-in-store#pay-per-usage ## What's an Apify Actor? Actors are a software tools running on the Apify platform, for all kinds of web data extraction and automation use cases. In Batch mode, an Actor accepts a well-defined JSON input, performs an action which can take anything from a few seconds to a few hours, and optionally produces a well-defined JSON output, datasets with results, or files in key-value store. In Standby mode, an Actor provides a web server which can be used as a website, API, or an MCP server. Actors are written with capital "A". ## How to integrate an Actor? If asked about integration, you help developers integrate Actors into their projects. You adapt to their stack and deliver integrations that are safe, well-documented, and production-ready. The best way to integrate Actors is as follows. In JavaScript/TypeScript projects, use official [JavaScript/TypeScript client](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js.md): ```bash npm install apify-client ``` In Python projects, use official [Python client library](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python.md): ```bash pip install apify-client ``` In shell scripts, use [Apify CLI](https://docs.apify.com/cli/docs.md): ````bash # MacOS / Linux curl -fsSL https://apify.com/install-cli.sh | bash # Windows irm https://apify.com/install-cli.ps1 | iex ```bash In AI frameworks, you might use the [Apify MCP server](https://docs.apify.com/platform/integrations/mcp.md). If your project is in a different language, use the [REST API](https://docs.apify.com/api/v2.md). For usage examples, see the [API](#api) section below. For more details, see Apify documentation as [Markdown index](https://docs.apify.com/llms.txt) and [Markdown full-text](https://docs.apify.com/llms-full.txt). # README ## Caltrans Contract Cost Database Scraper ### Overview Scrapes California DOT (Caltrans) contract cost database with 3. 3+ million historical records from 1993-2025. Access item-level pricing, bidder rankings, and contract details for California highway construction projects. ### Features - Search by keywords to find specific results - Export data in JSON, CSV, or Excel formats - Captures pricing information - Built-in proxy support for reliable data collection ### Use Cases - **Track** - Track state and local government data and permits - **Monitor** - Monitor regulatory filings and public records - **Build** - Build databases for civic tech and transparency projects - **Aggregate** - Aggregate local government data for community research ### Input Parameters | Parameter | Type | Description | Default | |-----------|------|-------------|---------| | `dataSource` | string | Which Caltrans data to fetch | `contractCost` | | `district` | string | Caltrans district number (1-12) | `` | | `itemCode` | string | Caltrans item code to search for (e.g., 128600 for concrete) | | | `contractId` | string | Specific contract number to lookup | | | `yearStart` | integer | Start year for date range (1993-2025) | `2020` | | `yearEnd` | integer | End year for date range | `2025` | | `bidderRank` | string | Filter by bidder ranking | `all` | | `county` | string | California county name | | | `limit` | integer | Maximum number of records to return | `1000` | | `proxyConfiguration` | object | Proxy settings | | ### Output Example Each result contains structured data like this: ```json { "contractId": "ABC-12345", "district": "Sample district", "county": 127, "itemCode": "Sample itemCode", "itemDescription": "Sample itemDescription", "quantity": "Sample quantity", "unit": "Sample unit", "unitPrice": 29.99, "totalPrice": 29.99, "bidderRank": "ABC-12345", "contractorName": "Caltrans Contract Cost Database Sample Item", "awardDate": "2025-01-15" } ```` ### Pricing This actor uses pay-per-result pricing: - **$0.001** per result - **$1.00** per 1,000 results No monthly fees. You only pay for what you scrape. [Apify Free plan](https://apify.com/pricing) includes $5/month in platform credits. ### How to Run #### Apify Console 1. Go to the [Caltrans Contract Cost Database Scraper](https://apify.com/fortuitous_pirate/caltrans-scraper) actor page 2. Configure your input parameters 3. Click **Start** and wait for the results 4. Download data in JSON, CSV, or Excel format #### API ```bash curl -X POST "https://api.apify.com/v2/acts/fortuitous_pirate~caltrans-scraper/runs?token=YOUR_API_TOKEN" \ -H "Content-Type: application/json" \ -d '{"maxItems": 10}' ``` #### Python SDK ```python from apify_client import ApifyClient client = ApifyClient("YOUR_API_TOKEN") run = client.actor("fortuitous_pirate/caltrans-scraper").call( run_input={"maxItems": 10} ) for item in client.dataset(run["defaultDatasetId"]).iterate_items(): print(item) ``` ### Integration Connect Caltrans Contract Cost Database Scraper with your existing tools and workflows: - **API access** - Programmatic access via [Apify API](https://docs.apify.com/api/v2) - **Webhooks** - Get notified when scraping completes - **Scheduling** - Set up recurring runs on any schedule - **Zapier / Make** - Connect with 5,000+ apps via [Apify integrations](https://apify.com/integrations) - **Python / Node.js SDKs** - Native client libraries for easy integration # Actor input Schema ## `dataSource` (type: `string`): Which Caltrans data to fetch ## `district` (type: `string`): Caltrans district number (1-12) ## `itemCode` (type: `string`): Caltrans item code to search for (e.g., 128600 for concrete) ## `contractId` (type: `string`): Specific contract number to lookup ## `yearStart` (type: `integer`): Start year for date range (1993-2025) ## `yearEnd` (type: `integer`): End year for date range ## `bidderRank` (type: `string`): Filter by bidder ranking ## `county` (type: `string`): California county name ## `limit` (type: `integer`): Maximum number of records to return ## `proxyConfiguration` (type: `object`): Proxy settings ## Actor input object example ```json { "dataSource": "contractCost", "district": "", "yearStart": 2020, "yearEnd": 2025, "bidderRank": "all", "limit": 10, "proxyConfiguration": { "useApifyProxy": true } } ``` # API You can run this Actor programmatically using our API. Below are code examples in JavaScript, Python, and CLI, as well as the OpenAPI specification and MCP server setup. ## JavaScript example ```javascript import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client'; // Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token // Replace the '' with your token const client = new ApifyClient({ token: '', }); // Prepare Actor input const input = { "proxyConfiguration": { "useApifyProxy": true } }; // Run the Actor and wait for it to finish const run = await client.actor("flamboyant_liner/caltrans-scraper").call(input); // Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if any) console.log('Results from dataset'); console.log(`💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/${run.defaultDatasetId}`); const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems(); items.forEach((item) => { console.dir(item); }); // 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs ``` ## Python example ```python from apify_client import ApifyClient # Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token # Replace '' with your token. client = ApifyClient("") # Prepare the Actor input run_input = { "proxyConfiguration": { "useApifyProxy": True } } # Run the Actor and wait for it to finish run = client.actor("flamboyant_liner/caltrans-scraper").call(run_input=run_input) # Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if there are any) print("💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/" + run["defaultDatasetId"]) for item in client.dataset(run["defaultDatasetId"]).iterate_items(): print(item) # 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs/quick-start ``` ## CLI example ```bash echo '{ "proxyConfiguration": { "useApifyProxy": true } }' | apify call flamboyant_liner/caltrans-scraper --silent --output-dataset ``` ## MCP server setup ```json { "mcpServers": { "apify": { "command": "npx", "args": [ "mcp-remote", "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=flamboyant_liner/caltrans-scraper", "--header", "Authorization: Bearer " ] } } } ``` ## OpenAPI specification ```json { "openapi": "3.0.1", "info": { "title": "Caltrans Scraper", "description": "Caltrans Contract Cost Database Scraper. Structured data export for lead generation, enrichment, and competitive research.", "version": "1.0", "x-build-id": "nkb0rSJtmO9lWECcx" }, "servers": [ { "url": "https://api.apify.com/v2" } ], "paths": { "/acts/flamboyant_liner~caltrans-scraper/run-sync-get-dataset-items": { "post": { "operationId": "run-sync-get-dataset-items-flamboyant_liner-caltrans-scraper", "x-openai-isConsequential": false, "summary": "Executes an Actor, waits for its completion, and returns Actor's dataset items in response.", "tags": [ "Run Actor" ], "requestBody": { "required": true, "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/inputSchema" } } } }, "parameters": [ { "name": "token", "in": "query", "required": true, "schema": { "type": "string" }, "description": "Enter your Apify token here" } ], "responses": { "200": { "description": "OK" } } } }, "/acts/flamboyant_liner~caltrans-scraper/runs": { "post": { "operationId": "runs-sync-flamboyant_liner-caltrans-scraper", "x-openai-isConsequential": false, "summary": "Executes an Actor and returns information about the initiated run in response.", "tags": [ "Run Actor" ], "requestBody": { "required": true, "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/inputSchema" } } } }, "parameters": [ { "name": "token", "in": "query", "required": true, "schema": { "type": "string" }, "description": "Enter your Apify token here" } ], "responses": { "200": { "description": "OK", "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/runsResponseSchema" } } } } } } }, "/acts/flamboyant_liner~caltrans-scraper/run-sync": { "post": { "operationId": "run-sync-flamboyant_liner-caltrans-scraper", "x-openai-isConsequential": false, "summary": "Executes an Actor, waits for completion, and returns the OUTPUT from Key-value store in response.", "tags": [ "Run Actor" ], "requestBody": { "required": true, "content": { "application/json": { "schema": { "$ref": "#/components/schemas/inputSchema" } } } }, "parameters": [ { "name": "token", "in": "query", "required": true, "schema": { "type": "string" }, "description": "Enter your Apify token here" } ], "responses": { "200": { "description": "OK" } } } } }, "components": { "schemas": { "inputSchema": { "type": "object", "properties": { "dataSource": { "title": "Data Source", "enum": [ "contractCost", "ccop", "bidResults" ], "type": "string", "description": "Which Caltrans data to fetch", "default": "contractCost" }, "district": { "title": "District", "enum": [ "", "01", "02", "03", "04", "05", "06", "07", "08", "09", "10", "11", "12" ], "type": "string", "description": "Caltrans district number (1-12)", "default": "" }, "itemCode": { "title": "Item Code", "type": "string", "description": "Caltrans item code to search for (e.g., 128600 for concrete)" }, "contractId": { "title": "Contract ID", "type": "string", "description": "Specific contract number to lookup" }, "yearStart": { "title": "Start Year", "minimum": 1993, "maximum": 2025, "type": "integer", "description": "Start year for date range (1993-2025)", "default": 2020 }, "yearEnd": { "title": "End Year", "minimum": 1993, "maximum": 2025, "type": "integer", "description": "End year for date range", "default": 2025 }, "bidderRank": { "title": "Bidder Rank Filter", "enum": [ "all", "1", "2", "3", "4", "5" ], "type": "string", "description": "Filter by bidder ranking", "default": "all" }, "county": { "title": "County Filter", "type": "string", "description": "California county name" }, "limit": { "title": "Maximum Results", "minimum": 1, "maximum": 100000, "type": "integer", "description": "Maximum number of records to return", "default": 10 }, "proxyConfiguration": { "title": "Proxy Configuration", "type": "object", "description": "Proxy settings" } } }, "runsResponseSchema": { "type": "object", "properties": { "data": { "type": "object", "properties": { "id": { "type": "string" }, "actId": { "type": "string" }, "userId": { "type": "string" }, "startedAt": { "type": "string", "format": "date-time", "example": "2025-01-08T00:00:00.000Z" }, "finishedAt": { "type": "string", "format": "date-time", "example": "2025-01-08T00:00:00.000Z" }, "status": { "type": "string", "example": "READY" }, "meta": { "type": "object", "properties": { "origin": { "type": "string", "example": "API" }, "userAgent": { "type": "string" } } }, "stats": { "type": "object", "properties": { "inputBodyLen": { "type": "integer", "example": 2000 }, "rebootCount": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "restartCount": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "resurrectCount": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "computeUnits": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 } } }, "options": { "type": "object", "properties": { "build": { "type": "string", "example": "latest" }, "timeoutSecs": { "type": "integer", "example": 300 }, "memoryMbytes": { "type": "integer", "example": 1024 }, "diskMbytes": { "type": "integer", "example": 2048 } } }, "buildId": { "type": "string" }, "defaultKeyValueStoreId": { "type": "string" }, "defaultDatasetId": { "type": "string" }, "defaultRequestQueueId": { "type": "string" }, "buildNumber": { "type": "string", "example": "1.0.0" }, "containerUrl": { "type": "string" }, "usage": { "type": "object", "properties": { "ACTOR_COMPUTE_UNITS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATASET_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATASET_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 1 }, "KEY_VALUE_STORE_LISTS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "REQUEST_QUEUE_READS": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "REQUEST_QUEUE_WRITES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATA_TRANSFER_INTERNAL_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "DATA_TRANSFER_EXTERNAL_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, "PROXY_RESIDENTIAL_TRANSFER_GBYTES": { "type": "integer", "example": 0 }, 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