RFB-IS-26201035-2.pdf

This Request for Bids (RFB-IS-26201035) is issued by the State of California for geothermal resource development and operations services and materials related to Geyser Geothermal Company. The solicitation seeks qualified bidders to provide services and materials for geothermal energy projects, requiring bidders to demonstrate technical capability, financial stability, and compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations governing geothermal operations. Technical specifications are detailed in the RFB and accompanying specifications document, with bidders required to achieve full compliance with outlined technical parameters, performance standards, system requirements, and quality metrics to be eligible for award. Bids are due June 18, 2026. All prospective vendors must complete mandatory forms and documentation outlined in Appendix A (Purchasing Required Forms), including vendor qualifications, insurance certifications, financial disclosures, and compliance statements. Site visit opportunities and a bidders' conference are available to allow adequate preparation time. The submission package must include acknowledgment of mandatory contract clauses, insurance requirements, and performance standards as conditions of award.

The procurement is funded through California state resources dedicated to renewable energy development and geothermal resource utilization. A Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) form requirement is established, with small business and disadvantaged business enterprise participation as a factor in bid evaluation under California's preferential consideration or set-aside provisions. Bidders must complete and submit the CBE form as part of their bid package. Pricing and payment terms, contract term and renewal options, and incumbent contractor information are specified within the RFB documents.