C1548021 Providence Mt SRA Battery and Electrical System Upgrade

The California Department of Parks and Recreation, Tehachapi District is seeking a contractor for the Providence Mountains State Recreation Area (SRA) Battery and Electrical System Upgrade project, designated as Agreement Number C1548021. The procurement involves a comprehensive electrical infrastructure upgrade, specifically replacing the existing battery system with new technology at the Essex, CA location. The project requires installing 24 new C&D Deep Cycle sealed batteries (1500Amp Hr 48 volt), 3 Radian Outback Inverters, and associated communication and control equipment. A mandatory job walk is scheduled for March 10, 2016 at 1:00PM PST, with final bids due by March 22, 2016 at 2:00PM PST. The performance term is set at 30 calendar days from notice to proceed, with 14 calendar days allowed for the contractor to initiate work. Key qualifications include being registered with the State Department of Industrial Relations and compliance with prevailing wage requirements. Contractors must submit Payment and Performance Bonds for contracts exceeding $5,000, with each bond equal to 100% of the contract sum.

The solicitation includes several procurement preferences and considerations for small and disadvantaged businesses. The Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement has been waived for this project, though the DVBE Incentive remains applicable. Small Business (SB) contractors may receive a 5% preference, and non-certified businesses can also qualify for this preference by subcontracting 25% to certified Small Business or Minority Business enterprises. Liquidated damages of $250 per calendar day will be imposed for project delays. All bidders must be registered with the State Department of Industrial Relations and must comply with prevailing wage requirements. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive electrical system upgrade suggests a potentially significant investment in infrastructure modernization for the Providence Mountains State Recreation Area.