Certified SB, including MB, SB-PW, or a DVBE Only** IFPQ Electrical Upgrade for Silica Dust Collection System in San Joaquin County

Caltrans has issued an Invitation for Price Quote (IFPQ) No. 10A2753 for an electrical upgrade project at the District 10 Materials Lab in Stockton, California, within San Joaquin County. The procurement specifically seeks a C-10 licensed electrical contractor to install a Caltrans-furnished Silica Dust Collection System, involving approximately 120 feet of electrical metal tubing installation, mounting disconnects and a motor control station, conduit tie-in, wiring installation, and system operational verification. Key project dates include an optional site inspection on April 2, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., written question submissions due by April 3, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., and quote submissions due by April 10, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. The proposed contract period runs from May 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. Contractors must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and comply with prevailing wage requirements if the total bid exceeds $15,000. The project requires comprehensive documentation of all labor, tools, equipment, materials, permits, and incidentals necessary for completing the electrical upgrade.

The contract opportunity is exclusively reserved for Certified Small Businesses (SB), including Micro Businesses (MB), Small Businesses for Public Works (SB-PW), or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE). The total bid must not exceed $461,000, with bids over this amount being considered non-responsive. Contractors must provide proof of appropriate insurance and bonding, and demonstrate compliance with state regulations including organic waste recycling and employment practices. The project involves upgrading an existing Donaldson Torit Cyclone Dust Collector's electrical infrastructure, requiring precise integration with current systems. While no incumbent vendor is specified, the contractor will be responsible for ensuring seamless installation and operational verification of the electrical components. The contract value is estimated between $5,000 and $461,000, providing opportunities for small and disadvantaged businesses to participate in this specialized electrical infrastructure project.