Chiller Maintenance & Repair Services

The California Department of General Services, Facilities Management Division is requesting bids for chiller maintenance and repair services at the Department of Justice Building #075 in Sacramento under IFB, with bids due November 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time and bid opening November 12. A 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement applies, with incentive pricing available for DVBE participation at 3.01% to 7% or above. A 5% small business preference is available to California-certified small businesses, and a non-small business subcontractor preference applies for contractors committing 25% participation to certified small businesses.

The scope covers preventive maintenance, repairs, and technical support services for three chillers: a Carrier Aqua Edge Screw (400-ton), a Smardt Turbocor Oil-Free Centrifugal (360-ton), and a York Millennium YT Centrifugal (400-ton). Services include one-time preventive maintenance, quarterly and semi-annual maintenance on specified equipment, and annual maintenance on all three units. Bidders must hold a valid California Class C-20 HVAC license and provide current proof of general liability, commercial automobile, and worker's compensation insurance. Three or more references demonstrating similar chiller maintenance experience within the past five years are required.

The anticipated contract start is June 2027 for a three-year term with fixed rates throughout the contract period. The contract is subject to prevailing wage requirements with August 2026 rates applying. A non-mandatory walk-through is scheduled for October 14, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Written questions are due October 19, 2026, with responses posted October 30. Evaluation will identify the lowest responsive responsible bidder, with preferences and incentives applied during bid tabulation. Bidders must comply with Russia sanctions executive orders, Darfur Contracting Act, and Iran Contracting Act certifications; Director of Industrial Relations registration may be required.