Colorado Springs Plumbing

The state and local contract opportunity, issued by the Energy Resource Center (ERC) in Colorado, is seeking licensed plumbers to provide comprehensive plumbing repair and installation services for the Colorado Energy Office Weatherization Program. The procurement targets low-income households in Denver, Jefferson, Broomfield, and Gilpin counties, with services ranging from minor faucet repairs to water heater replacements. Contractors must be capable of completing work within five working days, adhering to local plumbing codes and Colorado Energy Office standards. The Request for Proposal (RFP) outlines specific evaluation criteria, with quality of work weighted at 50%, overall prices at 20%, and ability to meet production quotas at 10%. Key deliverables include installing water heaters, heat pump water heaters, and performing various plumbing repairs on older, occupied homes. The contract period runs from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, with proposals due by May 21, 2024. Proposers must demonstrate professional qualifications, provide proof of liability insurance, and maintain six years of recordkeeping.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified plumbing service providers, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned. Contractors must provide proof of liability insurance with specific coverage limits and agree to work under fixed pricing for the entire program year. The ERC, as a tax-exempt non-profit organization, will award the contract through a competitive negotiation process, reserving the right to reject any proposals. Successful contractors will be required to work with low-income, elderly, or handicapped clients, provide itemized invoices, and offer a one-year warranty on materials and workmanship. While the exact award value is not specified, the organization serviced over 250 homes in the previous program year, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The procurement is conducted under the State of Colorado Purchasing Agreement, which may provide favorable procurement terms. Contractors should be prepared to integrate with the existing Energy Resource Center infrastructure and demonstrate the capability to serve multiple counties efficiently.