Cuyamaca College Auto Lifts Replacement

Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District is requesting bids for the Cuyamaca College Auto Lifts Replacement Project with bids due October 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., a mandatory pre-bid meeting and job walk scheduled for September 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and written questions due October 1, 2026. Bidders must hold a California Class B General Building contractor's license. The District has established a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal of at least 3% of the total contract dollar amount.

The scope encompasses demolition and removal of existing automotive lifts and installation of twelve new lifts—two flush-mounted alignment lifts, one in-ground two-post lift, and nine two-post automotive lifts. The project also includes ADA upgrades to the parking lot and restrooms in Building K; installation of a new transformer and electrical panels to support automotive equipment and electric vehicle charging stations; construction of a new roof structure over the car wash bay; enclosure of the existing storage area with two-man doors and five roll-up doors; and complete exterior paint finish for Building K. Work is performed at Cuyamaca College, 900 Rancho San Diego Parkway, El Cajon, California 92019.

The estimated contract value is $1.8 million with a contract duration of 185 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, including five calendar days for anticipated inclement weather. The anticipated contract start date is November 11, 2026, and award is scheduled for October 13, 2026. Prevailing wage requirements apply under California Labor Code. A bid bond equal to 10% of the bid amount is required; the successful bidder must provide Performance and Payment Bonds each equal to 100% of the total successful bid. Liquidated damages are set at $500 per calendar day for delay beyond the prescribed completion date. Addendum responses are due by 4:00 p.m. on October 5, 2026.