24-30648-000 - N-D Modular Foundation and Utilities Installation Services

The California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) number 24-30648-000 for foundation and utilities installation services at the Patton State Hospital in San Bernardino County. The project requires a California-licensed Class A General Engineering Contractor to provide comprehensive services including demolition, grading, concrete foundation work, utility connections, and site improvements for a new modular trailer installation. Contractors must have a minimum of five years of experience in foundation and utilities installation and will be responsible for all materials, supplies, tools, equipment, transportation, licenses, permits, prevailing wages, insurance, and bonds. A mandatory bidder's conference is scheduled for April 3, 2025, at 9:00 AM, with bid submissions due by April 16, 2025, at 4:00 PM. The contract period is anticipated to run from May 12, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with the successful bidder working at an active forensic psychiatric hospital subject to strict security protocols and background check requirements.

The procurement includes several preference programs, offering a 5% small business preference and a disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) incentive. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with all contractors and subcontractors required to be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. While specific budget details are not fully disclosed, the project includes line items for demolition, grading, concrete foundation, utilities connections, and an allowance for unanticipated parts and labor. The project specifications, prepared by J.C. Chang & Associates, Inc., are comprehensive and dated July 29, 2024, covering multiple technical disciplines including site preparation, earthwork, concrete work, electrical systems, communications infrastructure, and utility installations. Bidders must comply with California Building Code, fire safety standards, and comprehensive environmental and safety protocols. The project is fully funded through state budget allocation and requires meticulous attention to technical specifications, quality control, and regulatory compliance.