Certified SB, including MB, SB-PW, or a DVBE Only** IFPQ - Sump Pump Services in San Joaquin County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Price Quote (IFPQ) #10A2709 for sump pump services across San Joaquin County, specifically targeting the District 10 office. The procurement involves hydrovac and pressure washing an ejector pit, removing a wye-branch fitting, saw cutting concrete flooring, repairing and replacing compromised sewer line parts, and completing concrete re-patching. A mandatory pre-bid site inspection is scheduled for November 19, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., with a written question submittal deadline of November 20, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. The final date for price quote submission has been extended to December 30, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time, with a proposed contract award date of December 13, 2024. Bidders must possess a valid C-36 Plumbing Contractor License and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations, with the contract estimated to commence on December 1, 2024, and expire on November 30, 2025.

The contract is exclusively reserved for certified small businesses, including micro businesses, small businesses for public works, or disabled veteran business enterprises (DVBE). Subcontractors, if utilized, must also be certified as small businesses or DVBEs. The total bid amount is capped at $461,000, with prevailing wage requirements applicable if the total bid exceeds $15,000. A payment bond will be required for successful bids over $25,000, and specific insurance coverages must be secured prior to contract execution. The procurement process emphasizes supporting small and disadvantaged business enterprises, with strict limitations on contractor eligibility to ensure compliance with these set-aside designations. The contract covers comprehensive sump pump and related infrastructure maintenance services, with a focus on precise technical specifications and professional execution of required maintenance and repair work.