Cold Box and Water Chiller Preventative Maintenance and Repair Service

The California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) is soliciting bids for cold box and water chiller preventative maintenance and repair services at the California State Prison Corcoran in Kings County, California. CALPIA is seeking a contractor to provide a Preventative Maintenance Program (PMP) to inspect, repair, and service the air-cooled water chiller and cold box units at the prison's milk processing plant. The contract term is for 2 years with an option to extend for an additional 1 year. Bids are due by September 19, 2024, and the successful bidder will be notified by September 20, 2024. The contract will be awarded based on best value, considering factors such as cost, performance, and experience. Pricing will be based on hourly labor rates for regular, weekend, and holiday work. Contractors must meet prevailing wage requirements and be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations.

There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond to this opportunity. The contract does not include any small business, DVBE, or other set-aside preferences, but CALPIA encourages the employment of ex-offenders as part of its mission. No incumbents or existing contractors are listed, and the procurement does not specify any required integration with existing infrastructure or technology. The value of the contract is not explicitly stated, but it will be awarded based on the best value to CALPIA.