123 N. H Street EV Charger Parking Lot Project

The City of Lompoc is seeking a qualified contractor to execute the 123 N. H Street EV Charger Parking Lot Project, a comprehensive downtown infrastructure improvement initiative focused on developing a new electric vehicle charging facility. The procurement involves transforming an existing city-owned parking lot into a functional, accessible public space with specific deliverables including grading and paving improvements, concrete walkways, curbing, ADA-compliant parking upgrades, installation of four EV charging stations (three Level 2 and one Level 3 DC fast charger), protective bollards, landscaping, signage, and pavement markings. Potential bidders must possess a valid California Class A or C-8 contractor's license and demonstrate substantial experience in similar municipal infrastructure projects. A mandatory pre-bid job walk is scheduled for Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with sealed bid proposals due by 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Proposals must remain valid for 90 calendar days after the bid opening, and the successful contractor must commence work within seven days of receiving the Notice to Proceed, with project completion subject to liquidated damages of $100 per calendar day of delay.

While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly stated, the project requires comprehensive compliance with California labor regulations, including prevailing wage laws and registration with the California Department of Industrial Relations. Contractors must provide a 10 percent bid bond and, if awarded, furnish 100 percent performance and labor/materials bonds within eight calendar days of notification. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating Workers' Compensation ($1,000,000 employer's liability), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000), and Commercial General Liability ($2,000,000 per occurrence) with the City named as an additional insured. Bidders must submit detailed documentation including company profiles, team composition, subcontractor lists, DIR registration numbers, prevailing wage documentation, and proof of current licenses and insurance. While no specific budget range is provided in the documents, the comprehensive technical specifications and extensive requirements suggest a substantial municipal infrastructure investment aimed at supporting the City of Lompoc's sustainability and clean transportation initiatives.