CHP Technology Infrastructure Section - Battery Replacement and Repairs Services

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has issued Invitation for Bids (IFB) Number 25C043000 for battery replacement and repairs services at its Technology Infrastructure Section located in Sacramento. The procurement specifically involves removing and disposing of approximately 160 Leibert UPS batteries and installing 160 replacement sealed valve-regulated lead acid (VRLA) batteries with a 10-year lifespan. Additional scope includes replacing two input/output capacitors and two fans/blowers at the facility. Bidders must possess a valid California Contractor's State License Board (CSLB) C-10 Electrical Contractor license and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. All work must be completed during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), with a mandatory pre-construction meeting and work schedule coordination required. Key dates include a mandatory walk-through on January 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., with questions due by January 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., and bids due January 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The contract evaluation will be based on the lowest cost after adjustments for applicable preferences and incentives, with the agreement term anticipated from March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027.

The procurement includes a mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement of 5%, with bidders eligible to receive additional DVBE incentives up to 5% or $100,000, whichever is less. Contractors must provide payment and performance bonds equal to 100% of the contract value and maintain commercial general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence. Prevailing wage rates as determined by the Department of Industrial Relations will apply to this public works project. The contractor will be required to comply with California Labor Code requirements, environmental regulations, and state contracting policies. A two-year warranty is mandatory for all project components. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the compensation will be a lump sum amount determined upon contract award. The procurement covers jurisdictions including West Sacramento City, Sacramento County, and Sacramento City, with the work to be performed at the CHP Technology Infrastructure Section's facility at 601 North 7th Street in Sacramento.