Certified SB/MB/DVBE Only* Routine and Non-Routine Water Treatment Services in Stanislaus County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued Invitation for Price Quote (IFPQ) #10A2805 for Routine and Non-Routine Water Treatment Services specifically targeting the Westley Safety Roadside Rest Area (SRRA) in Stanislaus County. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive water treatment services, including weekly monitoring, servicing, maintaining, and repairing the water chlorination system. Specific deliverables include 112 routine weekly services, 75 hours of non-routine repair services, 400 gallons of sodium hypochlorite chlorine, one potable water storage tank disinfection, and eight quarterly system inspections. Contractors must possess a Water Treatment Operator Certification (Grade T2 or higher) and a Water Distributor Operator Certification (Grade D2 or higher) from the California State Water Resources Control Board. The contract will run for two years, from November 1, 2025, to December 14, 2027, with quotes due by July 22, 2025, and a proposed award date of July 29, 2025. Bidders must be prepared to comply with prevailing wage requirements for work exceeding $15,000 and various state regulatory standards.

The solicitation is exclusively reserved for Small Businesses (SB) or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), with a contract value ranging between $5,000 and $250,000. Potential contractors must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and comply with additional state regulations, including organic waste recycling requirements and specific labor code provisions. The contract includes provisions for materials, supplies, and parts reimbursement up to 10% of the subtotal, offering some financial flexibility for the selected vendor. Contractors will need to demonstrate compliance with workplace safety standards, business certifications, and other state-mandated requirements. The procurement process emphasizes supporting disadvantaged business enterprises by limiting competition to SB and DVBE participants, thereby creating opportunities for smaller and veteran-owned businesses to participate in state infrastructure maintenance contracts.