25-64013 Carpet Removal and Installation Services

The California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 25-64013 for carpet removal and installation services at the DSH-Coalinga facility in Fresno County. The project involves removing and replacing approximately 5,400 square feet of carpet in the Training Department's modular trailer building, with potential subflooring replacement as needed. Bidders must be California-licensed C-15 Floor Covering contractors and registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. A mandatory bidders' conference is scheduled for August 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with formal bid submissions due by September 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The contract term is anticipated to run from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, with a potential one-year extension. Evaluation criteria include compliance with technical specifications, licensing requirements, and submission of comprehensive bid documentation. Contractors must adhere to extensive safety, security, and documentation protocols specific to working within a state hospital facility, including stringent worker background check procedures and confidentiality requirements.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside provisions to support small and diverse businesses, featuring a small business preference program that allows a 5% preference for certified small businesses and a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive program. The total project budget includes labor, materials, and a maximum allowable expenditure of $10,000 for unforeseen labor and supplies. Prevailing wage rates will apply to the contract, and bidders must submit various certifications, references, and compliance documents as part of their proposal package. Contractors will be required to provide appropriate personal protective equipment and comply with the facility's strict access and security protocols. While no incumbent vendor is specifically mentioned, the procurement emphasizes the importance of working within the existing infrastructure of the DSH-Coalinga facility. The comprehensive bid requirements and specific contractor qualifications suggest a competitive and carefully managed procurement process designed to ensure high-quality service delivery and compliance with state hospital standards.