Cooling Tower Testing, Inspection, Repair and Annual Preventative Maintenance in San Bernardino County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for cooling tower testing, inspection, repair, and annual preventative maintenance services in San Bernardino County. The contract requires the successful bidder to provide all labor, tools, materials, supplies, parts, equipment, travel, and incidentals necessary to service two (2) Evapco Cooling Towers located at 464 W 4th Street, San Bernardino, CA 92401. The contract term is estimated to start on June 30, 2024 and expire on June 29, 2027. Key dates include an optional site inspection on May 17, 2024, final bid submission by May 28, 2024, and a proposed award date of June 10, 2024. The total bid amount cannot exceed $461,000 and includes annual preventative maintenance, hourly rates for routine and non-routine service requests, and a 10% allowance for parts, materials, and supplies.

Small business and disabled veteran business enterprise preferences and incentives are available for this contract. Caltrans will verify contractor licensing, registration, and qualifications prior to award. The contract is subject to prevailing wage requirements. There is no information provided regarding any incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration.