25VS0015 - Ventura New Entry Vehicle Gates

The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) is seeking a qualified contractor to install new vehicle entry gates at the Veterans Home of California in Ventura. The project involves installing two 16-foot-wide vehicle entry/exit gates, one 5-foot-wide ADA-accessible pedestrian gate, approximately 65 feet of new ornamental fencing, gate motors and operators, detector loops, and an audio/video entry system with associated security accessories. Bidders must hold a Class "B" General Building Contractor license, with additional C-10 Electrical and C-13 Fencing subcontractor licenses, and must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. A mandatory pre-bid site inspection is scheduled for January 14, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at 10900 Telephone Road, Ventura, CA 93004, which is required for bid eligibility. The deadline for submitting bidding questions is January 23, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., with responses due by January 28, 2026. Final bid submissions are due February 10, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., with bid opening on February 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The estimated project duration is 90 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.

The procurement includes several advantageous provisions for small and diverse businesses. A five percent small business preference is available, with additional opportunities for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE) participation, which can earn bidders an incentive of one to five percent based on their level of DVBE involvement. While DVBE participation is not mandatory, it is encouraged. Bidders must provide bid security of at least 10 percent of the bid amount and will be required to furnish performance and payment bonds each at 100 percent of the contract price if awarded. The contract will include liquidated damages of $1,200 per calendar day for delays beyond the 90-day contract time. Prevailing wage requirements per Department of Industrial Relations determinations are mandatory, with contractors responsible for compliance with Labor Code Sections 1774 and 1775. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive project requirements and detailed specifications suggest a significant infrastructure investment for the Veterans Home of California - Ventura campus.