C5612891-D Air-Bourne Precaution Rooms and Air Balancing Services

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a contractor to perform Air-Bourne Precaution Rooms and Air Balancing Services at Ironwood State Prison (ISP) in Blythe, California. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered C5612891-D, targeting comprehensive air balancing testing and certification for approximately seven isolation rooms. Specific deliverables include National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB) Certified Reports, detailed air balance assessments, and adjustments to existing sheaves. Bidders must provide comprehensive rates covering all labor, materials, supplies, licenses, permits, equipment, and transportation costs. Key evaluation criteria include compliance with technical specifications, small business participation, and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentives. Critical procurement dates include an optional walk-through scheduled for June 10, 2025, at 9:00 AM, a bid submission deadline of June 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM, and a public bid opening on June 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The proposed contract term spans from July 1, 2025, or upon approval, through June 30, 2028.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside designations and enterprise participation requirements, mandating a 25% Small Business (SB) participation goal. Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE) can receive bid adjustments ranging from 1% to 5% based on their participation levels, providing competitive incentives for these designated business types. Bidders must strictly adhere to security protocols when visiting the prison facility, including specific dress code requirements. While no incumbent vendor is explicitly mentioned, the procurement targets technical services within a correctional infrastructure environment. Contractors must possess NEBB certification and demonstrate expertise in air balancing and testing for specialized isolation rooms. Although a specific budget range is not detailed in the provided documents, the comprehensive nature of the services and the multi-year contract term suggests a significant procurement value. Interested vendors must carefully review all documentation, particularly the Rate Sheet (Exhibit B-1), to understand precise pricing expectations and service requirements.