Library_Print:_A-100_M-4.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 encompasses demolition and disposal of five existing HVAC units and installation of three new rooftop and two new basement commercial heating and cooling systems, including refrigerant piping, duct transitions, electrical distribution upgrades, controls, testing and balancing, startup, commissioning, and training. All work must achieve code compliance and full operational readiness within 90 days from the Notice to Proceed. A mandatory pre-bid job walk is scheduled for August 14, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the library's back entrance. Sealed bids are due by 2:00 p.m. on September 4, 2026, and must be submitted in person with original signatures. Proposals are valid for 90 calendar days after bid opening. Interested parties must register as Registered Bidders and submit written questions by 4:00 p.m. on August 27, 2026.

Bidders must hold a valid California Contractor's License Classification C-20 (Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning Contractor) or 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, with the successful bidder required to furnish Performance and Labor and Materials Bonds each equal to 100 percent of the contract amount within eight calendar days of award. The project is subject to California prevailing wage requirements and must comply with California Building Code, California Mechanical Code, California Electrical Code, California Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6), and California Fire Code. Comprehensive insurance coverage including Workers' Compensation, Employer's Liability, Automobile Liability, and Commercial General Liability with specified limits from California-authorized carriers rated A.M. Best "A" / "VII" is required. The project is funded through The Building Forward Library Facilities Improvement grant program and City Council-approved Building Improvement funds. Contact for inquiries is Theresa Hernandez, Senior Buyer, at (805) 735-7628 or t_hernandez@ci.lompoc.ca.us.