24-217352. FMD. UrgentPlumbingServices

The California Department of General Services, Facilities Management Division is seeking a contractor for on-call urgent plumbing services in the Northern Region, specifically covering Sacramento County and San Francisco City. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicits a provider to deliver urgent plumbing services for thirty-four state office buildings over a three-year contract period. The scope of services includes comprehensive plumbing maintenance such as assessing and diagnosing plumbing issues, performing repairs on piping, drains, and water systems, and responding to emergency repair requests. Key procurement dates include August 7, 2025 for solicitation release, August 13, 2025 for written question submissions, and August 26, 2025 as the bid submission deadline, with bid opening scheduled for August 27, 2025. The bidding process requires specific pricing structures with distinct rates for assess and diagnose services, foreseeable repair services, and unforeseeable repair services, and mandates that all contractors provide proof of comprehensive insurance coverage including general liability, commercial automobile insurance, and workers' compensation with prescribed minimum coverage levels.

The procurement includes specific set-aside and preference provisions, notably a 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement with potential incentives for higher DVBE participation and a 5% preference for certified small businesses. Contractors and subcontractors must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and comply with prevailing wage requirements. The solicitation appears to be open to qualified plumbing service providers who can demonstrate the technical capability to respond quickly to urgent plumbing needs across multiple state office locations. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the three-year duration and coverage of thirty-four state office buildings suggest a substantial potential contract value. Bidders will need to provide comprehensive documentation including proof of insurance, business registration, DVBE participation plans, and detailed service and pricing proposals to be considered for this urgent plumbing services contract.