Anti-Ligature Med Room Door Mods Phase 1

The Department of State Hospitals (DSH) in Atascadero, California, is seeking bids for Anti-Ligature Med Room Door Modifications Phase 1, a comprehensive project involving modifications to medication rooms within the Secured Treatment Area (STA). The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB #24-11033-000) that covers modifications to 52 door/window units across multiple buildings, including Buildings 24, 508A through 523. The primary objective is to install anti-ligature door modifications in accordance with Office of State Fire Marshal approved plans and specifications dated January 24, 2025, under OSFM Permit numbers 24-S-4429-C-PI through 24-S-4445-C-PI. Key deliverables include installing new 16-gauge hollow metal doors, security glazing, continuous hinges, anti-ligature mortise locks, door closers, and specialized medication room hardware. A mandatory bidder's conference is scheduled for March 6, 2025, at 1:30 PM, with bid submissions due on March 21, 2025, at 3:00 PM. The anticipated project start date is April 28, 2025, with a contract term extending through February 28, 2026.

The project includes provisions for Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) preferences, encouraging participation from these designated business categories. Contractors must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and comply with prevailing wage requirements, as this is classified as a public works project. Required insurance includes commercial general liability, pollution/environmental impairment liability, motor vehicle liability, performance and payment bonds, and workers' compensation. An unforeseen allowance of $32,000 is included in the total bid amount, and the successful contractor must provide a one-year warranty for workmanship and labor. Due to the project's location within a secured treatment area, contractors must adhere to strict security protocols, including background checks, tool control policies, and mandatory escort requirements. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the modifications across multiple buildings suggests a significant project investment, with complex technical and security specifications that will require specialized contractors experienced in healthcare facility renovations.