24-30644-0000 - 30 A Modular Foundation and Utilities Installation Services

The California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) is soliciting bids for a 30 A Modular Foundation and Utilities Installation Services project at the Patton State Hospital location in San Bernardino County. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeking a California licensed Class A General Engineering Contractor with minimum five years of experience in foundation and utilities installation. Specific deliverables include comprehensive site preparation, demolition, grading, concrete foundation work, utilities connections, and site improvements for a 24'x60' two-module commercial office building with 1,420 square feet of space. The project requires complete installation of electrical systems, communications infrastructure, and utility connections to support the new modular building. Key procurement dates include a mandatory bidder's conference on April 3, 2025, and a bid submission deadline of April 16, 2025, with an anticipated contract term from May 12, 2025, through June 30, 2026. Bidders must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and prepared to comply with prevailing wage requirements, detailed technical specifications outlined in the project documents, and strict state hospital security protocols.

The procurement includes provisions for small business preference, with a 5% incentive, and encourages Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation. Contractors must undergo background checks and adhere to specific safety requirements inherent to a state hospital environment. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly identified, the project involves replacing existing modular trailers with new modular units that meet 2022 California Building Code standards. The modular building specifications include technical requirements such as R-19 exterior wall insulation, R-30 roof insulation, 120/240V electrical panels, LED lighting, and a 3-ton heat pump with economizer. Although a precise budget is not specified, the project will be funded by the State of California and requires comprehensive documentation, including as-built drawings and manufacturer warranties. Successful bidders must demonstrate technical expertise in multi-disciplinary infrastructure installation, with a focus on precise coordination across electrical, communications, concrete, and site work domains.