Above Ground Fuel Storage Tank Replacement Services

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is seeking a contractor to provide above ground fuel storage tank replacement services for the Stirling City Fire Station through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 2CA07066. The specific procurement involves removing and replacing a split tank system consisting of 500 gallons of diesel and 500 gallons of gasoline storage, which requires comprehensive services including materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, transportation, fees, and supervision. A mandatory pre-bid walk-through is scheduled for December 4, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., with written questions due by December 5, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. Bids must be submitted by December 16, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., with the contract term running from February 1, 2025, through January 31, 2026. The project requires a valid Class A-General Engineering Contractor license, Department of Industrial Relations registration, and commercial general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence. Required permits include State Fire Marshal approval, County Air Quality Management District/Control Board Authority to Construct, and potential local fire department permits.

The procurement encourages participation from Small Businesses (SB) with a 25% participation goal, and while a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal is not mandated, incentives up to 5% are available based on participation levels. Prevailing wage requirements apply if the total bid amount exceeds $1,000, and a Payment Bond is necessary for contracts exceeding $25,000. The project covers jurisdictions including Butte County, Butte Valley CDP, Butte Meadows CDP, and Butte Creek Canyon CDP. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the tank replacement, including removal, installation, permitting, and associated services, suggests a significant project investment. The existing tank system has been drained but contains residual liquid, and CAL FIRE will be responsible for filling the new gasoline and diesel tanks to capacity after installation. No history of fuel leaks was reported, and the project contact is Tim Bolton, who will manage any official addenda or binding project communications.