Boiler Maintenance Services

The California Department of General Services, Facilities Management Division is requesting bids for boiler maintenance services at the Joe Serna Jr. Building in Sacramento under an IFB, with bids due October 27, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PT. A 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement applies, with incentive adjustments available for participation exceeding 3% up to a maximum 5% incentive at 7% or higher DVBE participation; a 5% Small Business preference is also available for certified California small businesses.

The scope covers preventive maintenance, flue gas testing, foreseeable and unforeseeable repair services (including emergency repairs), and up to 40 hours of annual technical support for six atmospheric boilers (four RBI models and two LAARS models) at 1001 I Street, Sacramento. All work must comply with the California Building Standards Code. Replacement parts must be new or manufacturer-equivalent, provided with receipts, and all work carries a one-year warranty from acceptance. Bidders must hold a valid California Class C-4 Boiler, Hot Water Heating, and Steam Fitting license and provide proof of general liability, commercial automobile, and worker's compensation insurance. Three current references demonstrating satisfactory performance on similar services within the past five years are required.

The anticipated contract term is three years with rates held constant throughout. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The state will not reimburse travel, freight, trip, tax, or fuel surcharges. A $10,000 withhold from final payment is subject to DVBE certification compliance.

A non-mandatory walk-through is scheduled for October 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. PT. Written questions are due October 9, 2026, with answers posted October 16, 2026. Bid opening is October 28, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. PT.