1082635 - DK water softener - specs

This Request for Bids (RFB-IS-26200788) issued by the State of California seeks qualified vendors to supply and install a DK Water Softener system meeting specified technical requirements for water treatment purposes. The procurement establishes detailed technical and operational standards that responsive bidders must meet or exceed, including equipment specifications, installation requirements, performance criteria, and water quality output standards. Key deliverables include the supply and installation of water softener equipment with defined capacity, filtration capabilities, and material specifications as outlined in the required specifications document. The solicitation is structured to award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the best value in accordance with California procurement regulations and established evaluation criteria. The bid submission deadline is April 20, 2026, with the solicitation having been posted on April 5, 2026, allowing potential bidders approximately 15 days to prepare and submit proposals. Interested vendors must participate in a mandatory job walk or site visit and sign the associated Job Walk Liability Waiver and Release form to acknowledge understanding of site conditions and inherent risks. Bidders must comply with all specifications outlined in the solicitation materials, including the detailed technical parameters contained in Exhibit 6.xlsx, which provides pricing structures, unit costs, itemized breakdowns, and specific model requirements necessary for accurate bid preparation.

The specific details regarding set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises, small business designations, or other restricted bidder categories are not explicitly detailed in the available solicitation summaries, though such provisions may be outlined in the complete Appendix A Purchasing Required Forms document. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the provided materials, and the solicitation does not reference integration with existing infrastructure or technology systems. The budget allocation and award value for this water softener procurement are not specified in the accessible documentation; however, funding is provided through the State of California's capital or operational budget allocation for water treatment infrastructure or facility maintenance depending on the end-use location and departmental assignment. Prospective bidders should review all required forms and specifications thoroughly, with particular attention to the technical requirements in the REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS document and pricing information contained in Exhibit 6.xlsx to develop competitive and compliant proposals by the April 20, 2026 deadline.