IFB_24C091014_Electrical_Upgrade_at_CHP_Academy_Kitchen.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) for electrical upgrade services at the CHP Academy Kitchen in West Sacramento, CA. The project involves furnishing all supplies, materials, tools, equipment, labor, personnel, and supervision to upgrade electrical systems to accommodate new equipment/appliances. Specific work includes installing two 208-volt 125-amp three-phase dedicated circuits, 2" EMT conduit with copper conductors, 600-volt 200-amp disconnects, and associated electrical components. A mandatory walk-through is scheduled for January 6, 2025 at 9:00 a.m., with bids due January 23, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. The contract term is anticipated to run from May 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026.

The bid requires a minimum 5% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement. Bidders must possess a valid C-10 Electrical License from the Contractor State License Board. A payment bond is required if the contract exceeds $25,000, and a faithful performance bond is required if progress payments are provided and the contract exceeds $10,000. The contract includes liquidated damages of $100 per calendar day for delays. Pricing will be evaluated on a lump sum basis, with work to be performed on weekends, evenings and/or holiday weekends. All terms are subject to availability of funds in the state Budget Act.