24-72006-000 Firestop Installation Services (Napa)

The California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 24-72006-000 for Firestop Installation Services at the Napa State Hospital, seeking a qualified contractor to restore fire-rated assemblies compromised by Unified Hospital Command (UHC) speakers and Local Area Network (LAN) wiring. The procurement requires contractors to install UL-listed firestop systems or obtain Engineering Judgements to maintain fire ratings in hospital infrastructure. Specific minimum qualifications include contractors being registered with the Department of Industrial Relations, possessing a C-2 or C-16 contractor license, and demonstrating at least five years of experience in UL listed firestop system installation. A mandatory bidder's conference is scheduled for April 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with strict attendance requirements for potential bidders. The contract term is anticipated to span from May 15, 2025, through May 14, 2027, with final bid submissions due on May 6, 2025, at 3:00 PM and a public bid opening on May 7, 2025, at 9:00 AM. Deliverables include comprehensive firestopping services for various penetrations, with detailed rate sheets outlining estimated quantities for services such as UHC speaker removal and conduit/cable penetration firestopping.

The procurement includes provisions for small business preferences and potential Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentives, which may provide competitive advantages for qualifying businesses. As a public works project, the contract requires prevailing wage payments and adherence to extensive safety and security protocols specific to working within a state hospital environment. Contractors must navigate complex documentation requirements and maintain rigorous compliance standards throughout the project duration. While a specific total budget is not explicitly stated, the bid includes a comprehensive rate sheet that will enable precise cost calculations based on the final proposed rates. The project is geographically limited to Napa County and targets critical infrastructure improvements within the state hospital system. Successful contractors will need to demonstrate not only technical expertise in firestop installation but also the ability to work effectively within a sensitive healthcare facility setting, with potential for integration with existing hospital communication and network infrastructure.