24-30646-000 - 70 A, 70 B and 70 C Modular Foundations and Utilities Installation Services

The California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) is seeking a qualified contractor for a public works project (IFB Number 24-30646-000) involving foundation and utilities installation services for modular trailers 70 A, 70 B, and 70 C at the Patton State Hospital in San Bernardino County. The project requires a Class A General Engineering Contractor with a minimum of five years of experience in foundation and utilities installation, who can provide comprehensive services including demolition, grading, concrete foundation construction, utility connections, and miscellaneous site work. Contractors must furnish all necessary materials, supplies, tools, equipment, transportation, licenses, permits, prevailing wages, insurance, and bonds to complete the project. A mandatory bid conference is scheduled for March 27, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at the Patton facility, with the final bid submission deadline set for April 9, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. The contract term is anticipated to run from May 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with specific technical requirements detailed in the project specifications prepared by J.C. Chang & Associates.

The procurement includes small business preferences and a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive program, providing opportunities for disadvantaged businesses. Bidders must submit three professional references and comply with stringent requirements, including background checks, tuberculosis screening, and adherence to strict security protocols at the state hospital facility. Contractors will need to provide various certifications and meet specific insurance and bonding requirements, with prevailing wage rates mandated for the project. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project involving multiple modular trailers, foundation work, and utility installations suggests a significant investment. Additional requirements include contractor registration with the Department of Industrial Relations and compliance with California building codes and standards. The project emphasizes quality control, detailed documentation, and adherence to environmental and accessibility regulations, making it a complex and carefully managed public works initiative.