C26680002 - Contra-Solano Septic

The California Department of Parks & Recreation, Diablo Range District is requesting bids for a three-year septic pumping and disposal services contract at Mount Diablo State Park and Benicia State Recreation Area, with bids due June 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and a mandatory pre-bid conference on June 9 at 9:00 a.m. at Mount Diablo State Park's North Gate entrance. A 5% Small Business Preference applies to California-certified small businesses, and a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) Incentive program offers potential incentives up to 5% of the lowest bid with no minimum participation requirement.

The scope covers regular and emergency septic tank pumping and maintenance for 47 septic tanks and pit toilet systems ranging from 750 to 4,500 gallons in capacity across Contra Costa County and Solano County. All regularly scheduled services must be performed on a yearly basis during weekdays, with emergency response within two hours. The contractor must hold a valid Hazardous Substance Removal Certification license and employ trained, certified service technicians. The contractor provides all labor, materials, tools, and equipment.

The contract term runs September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2029. Performance occurs at Mount Diablo State Park and Benicia State Recreation Area (Contra Costa and Solano counties). Insurance requirements are General Liability ($1 million per occurrence), Motor Vehicle Liability ($1 million), Worker's Compensation, and Pollution Liability ($1 million per incident). Written questions are due June 12, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., with answers posted by June 17. Public bid opening is June 23 at 12:00 p.m. at 15751 Tesla Road, Livermore, California. Award goes to the lowest responsible bidder whose bid complies with all prescribed requirements. Bidders must submit certifications including Commercially Useful Function Bidder Certification, DVBE Declarations (if applicable), California Civil Rights Laws Attachment, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, and Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Form in a single PDF document.