Evaporative cooler installation - IFB 24C165007

This state and local contracting opportunity is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the California Department of Highway Patrol (CHP) for the installation of evaporative cooling units at their Quincy Area office in Plumas County. The CHP is seeking qualified firms with a valid C-36 Plumbing Contractor license and registration with the Department of Industrial Relations to provide these services. The resulting agreement is anticipated to be effective from December 1, 2024 through November 30, 2025, with possible extensions. Bids are due by November 5, 2024, and a mandatory walk-through is scheduled for October 24, 2024. CHP intends to make a single agreement award to the responsive and responsible firm offering the lowest bid. Bidders will be evaluated based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid, with the application of a mandatory 5% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement and any applicable incentives.

This opportunity includes a set-aside for DVBE participation, and no incumbent vendors or current contractors are specified. The IFB does not provide details on the award value or budget range for this project, but it is a required service for the CHP Quincy Area office, which suggests a defined scope of work and anticipated funding allocation.