C5613482-d - backflow prevention devices maintenance, testing, inspection, certification, and repair services

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is requesting bids for backflow prevention device maintenance, testing, inspection, certification, and repair services at the California Institution for Women in Corona, with bids due October 5, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and a public bid opening on October 6 at 2:00 p.m. The procurement carries a 25% Small Business participation goal and offers a 5% Small Business preference (up to $50,000) and DVBE incentive (1–5% based on participation level, not to exceed $500,000).

The contractor must hold a valid California Contractors State License Board "C-36" Plumbing Contractor license and "C-61/D-64" Limited Specialty license, or be a "B" General Building Contractor with an appropriately licensed subcontractor, plus current Backflow Prevention Assembly Test Certification from the American Backflow Prevention Association and certification from the San Bernardino County Public Health Environmental Services Backflow Tester Certification Status Listing.

The scope covers maintenance, testing, inspection, and certification of 87 backflow prevention devices (1/2" to 8" sizes) throughout the facility, with annual services estimated at 792 hours for three estimated services per unit. The contractor must provide emergency repairs within two hours of notification and complete repairs within sixty days. The rate sheet requires bidding on three service categories: annual maintenance (88 units), regular and emergency repair services (792 regular hours and 48 emergency hours), and certification/retest services (264 hours). A fixed parts allocation of $10,000 for the agreement term is included. Travel time and per diem must be incorporated into hourly rates. Bidders may offer a discount of at least 1% (minimum $50) on invoices paid within 30 days; in case of tie bids, the highest discount prevails.

The agreement term runs from the anticipated commencement date through September 30, 2029, with no renewal options. The contractor must provide Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, Non-Medical Professional Liability, and Worker's Compensation insurance. An optional walk-through is scheduled for September 21, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Letters of inquiry are due September 25, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all requirements.