C1562039 Replacement of Irrigation Pump and Flow Meter

The California Department of Parks and Recreation, Central Valley District is seeking a qualified contractor to replace an irrigation pump and flow meter at the San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area located in Merced County. The specific procurement involves replacing a current 3-phase 480-volt 25hp 6" outlet submersible well pump with a new high-efficiency unit and upgrading an existing 6" flow meter to one with 4-20ma capabilities. Contractors must hold a Class A General Engineering or Class B General Building Contractor license and attend a mandatory pre-bid site inspection on Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. located at 31426 Gonzaga Rd., Gustine, CA 95322. The project requires furnishing all labor, materials, tools, supplies, equipment, and transportation necessary to complete the replacement in accordance with specified plans and specifications. Bid submissions are due by April 14, 2016, at 4:00 p.m., with an estimated project duration of 30 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Evaluation will focus on the lowest responsible bidder who complies with all prescribed requirements.

The procurement includes a mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal of 6%, with bidders failing to meet this requirement rendering their bid non-responsive. Small businesses may receive a 5% bid preference, including non-certified businesses that subcontract at least 25% of the contract amount to certified small businesses. The estimated project value is approximately $25,000, with payment structured as a single lump sum upon satisfactory completion of all work. Contractors must provide payment and performance bonds exceeding $5,000, with specific insurance requirements including $1,000,000 general liability per occurrence and $2,000,000 in aggregate coverage. Additional contract requirements include adherence to prevailing wage standards, maintenance of proper licensing, and proper disposal of project-generated debris at an approved facility. The project representative is Mike Stanley, Four Rivers Sector Park Maintenance Chief, who will oversee project coordination and compliance.