24-217352 Urgent Plumbing Northern Region

The California Department of General Services, Facilities Management Division (DGS-FMD) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) #24-217352 for urgent on-call plumbing services in the Northern Region, specifically covering Sacramento County and San Francisco City. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive plumbing services for thirty-four (34) state office buildings, with a focus on urgent assessment, diagnosis, and repair of plumbing systems. Required services include inspecting plumbing infrastructure, repairing pipes, clearing blocked drains, addressing water leaks, and managing emergency repair situations. Bidders must possess a Class C-36 Plumbing license and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. The contract is anticipated to have a three-year term, with bids due on November 4, 2025, and a bid opening scheduled for November 5, 2025. Evaluation criteria will likely include pricing, technical capability, compliance with specifications, and references demonstrating prior plumbing service experience.

The solicitation includes a 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement, with potential incentives for higher DVBE participation and preferences for small businesses. Bidders must comply with prevailing wage regulations, California civil rights laws, and Russian sanctions. Additional requirements include specific insurance documentation and detailed cost sheets for assessment, diagnostic, foreseeable, and unforeseeable repair services. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive scope of services covering thirty-four state office buildings suggests a significant contract value. The procurement appears designed to encourage participation from diverse businesses, particularly those owned by disabled veterans and small business enterprises. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical proficiency, maintain appropriate licensing, and show capability to respond quickly to urgent plumbing needs across the Northern California region.