Asbestos and Lead Based Paint Abatement

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB #6000002003) for Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint Abatement services at the Correctional Training Facility (CTF) in Soledad, California. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide on-call, as-needed abatement services, including removal of contaminated soil, erection of enclosures, bulk removal of pipe insulation, and removal of lead-based paint from various surfaces. Contractors must possess specific licensing credentials, including C-33, C-61/D-38, C-21, or B licenses, along with Hazardous Substance Removal (HAZ) and Asbestos (ASB) certifications. The contract is time and material-based, with payment beginning upon facility check-in and ending at check-out, and reimbursement for actual soil removal and surface cleaning. Key deliverables include comprehensive abatement services across multiple site areas, with a strict 25-working-day completion period per work site and liquidated damages of $150 per day for delays. The bid was released on April 18, 2016, with proposals due May 5, 2016, at 2:00 PM, followed by a public bid opening at 2:30 PM, with the contract term anticipated to run from July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2018.

The solicitation includes a 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement for bids exceeding $15,000, with potential DVBE incentives ranging from 3-5%. Contractors must provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and transportation, and adhere to strict security protocols within the correctional facility. The rate sheet includes pricing for 20 different service items, with estimated quantities ranging from 50 to 2,000 units, covering both required services (Section A) and additional time and material services (Section B). Pricing allows for contractor discounts on invoices paid within 30 days and includes preferences for California-based companies. Bidders must provide pricing for all items, with zero-dollar amounts interpreted as no-cost services to the state. The total bid amount will be calculated as the sum of Required Services (A) and Additional Services (B), which will serve as the basis for contract award. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services and the two-year contract duration suggest a potentially significant investment in facility maintenance and environmental remediation.