Library_Print:_A-100_E-1.pdf

This is a bid solicitation document from the City of Lompoc, California, for the complete replacement of HVAC units at Lompoc Library located at 501 West North Avenue. The project scope includes demolition and disposal of five existing HVAC units and installation of three new rooftop and two new basement commercial heating and cooling systems with associated ductwork, refrigerant piping, electrical distribution upgrades, controls, testing and balancing, startup, commissioning, and training services. All work must be completed within 90 days from the Notice to Proceed and must comply with California Building Code, California Mechanical Code, California Electrical Code, California Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6), and California Fire Code. Bids are due by 2:00 p.m. on September 4, 2026, with proposals remaining valid for 90 calendar days after bid opening. A mandatory pre-bid job walk is scheduled for August 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the library's back entrance. Written questions must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on August 27, 2026, to Theresa Hernandez, Senior Buyer, at (805) 735-7628 or t_hernandez@ci.lompoc.ca.us.

Bidders must hold a valid California Contractor's License Classification C-20 (Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning Contractor) or City-approved equivalent, demonstrate a minimum of five years' experience in related building construction, and provide three references from projects completed within the last three years. A 10 percent bid security is required via cash, money order, cashier's check, or performance bond. The successful bidder must furnish a Performance Bond and Labor and Materials Bond each equal to 100 percent of the contract amount within eight calendar days of award notification. The project is subject to California prevailing wage requirements under Labor Code Section 1771.4. Required insurance includes Workers' Compensation, Employer's Liability, Automobile Liability, and Commercial General Liability with specified limits and California-authorized carriers rated A.M. Best "A" / "VII". The project is funded by The Building Forward Library Facilities Improvement grant program and City Council-approved Building Improvement funds. All proposals must be submitted in person with original signatures; proposals received by telephone, email, or fax will not be accepted. Bidders must register as Registered Bidders by completing and returning the Registered Bidder Information Sheet to ensure receipt of any solicitation amendments.