25-312368. FMD. Backflow

The State of California, Department of General Services, Facilities Management Division is requesting bids for backflow preventer repairs and testing services across Region II under IFB 25-312368, with bids due September 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. A 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement applies, with incentive bonuses available for higher participation levels. California Certified Small Business preferences of 5% are available, and non-small businesses may qualify for preference with 25% small business subcontractor participation.

The scope encompasses preventive maintenance, repairs, and unforeseeable repair services for backflow assemblies across eleven state buildings in Sacramento, Marysville, Red Bluff, and Stockton. Services include annual testing, re-certification testing, and removal and replacement of various backflow preventer models. Bidders must hold a valid Class C-36 Plumbing license and provide proof of general liability, commercial automobile, and workers' compensation insurance. At least three business references from similar work performed within the previous five years are required.

The anticipated contract term is 36 months with rates fixed throughout the entire term. Bidders must submit detailed cost sheets calculating preventive maintenance costs (multiplied by three years), foreseeable repair services with fixed pricing, and unforeseeable repair services at hourly rates for normal business hours, outside normal business hours, and emergency responses. The contract is subject to prevailing wage requirements with February 2026 rates applicable. Bidder and subcontractor registration with the Department of Industrial Relations is required if mandated by law.

Non-mandatory walk-throughs are scheduled from August 31 through September 8, 2026 at the respective facilities. Written questions must be submitted by September 18, 2026. The bid opening is scheduled for October 1, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. and may be attended in-person or virtually.