Fencing Material

Contra Costa County Public Works Road Maintenance Division is seeking bids for a comprehensive fencing materials procurement contract. The invitation for bid (IFB-CONTR-0000000023) specifically solicits qualified vendors to supply a diverse range of fencing materials including 6' brown slated fences, cyclone fences, hog rings, tension bars, hog panels, expanded metal, posts, nuts and bolts, and barbed wire rolls. Vendors must be located within a 50-mile radius of Martinez, CA and have a minimum of five years of experience in the fencing materials business. The initial contract term is three years, with potential for two additional one-year renewals, and bids are due by August 27, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. PDT. Evaluation criteria will focus on the total bid amount, compliance with specifications, and customer references, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Pricing will be F.O.B. destination with an 8.750% sales tax rate, and prices will remain firm for the first year, with potential annual adjustments based on the Producers Price Index for Metals & Metal Products: Steel Fencing and Fence Gates.

The county offers opportunities for various business enterprise designations, including Small Business Enterprise (SBE), Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Women Business Enterprise (WBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Local Business Enterprise (LBE). A local business preference is available for bids over $25,000, providing an advantage to vendors within Contra Costa County. Businesses are encouraged to register on the county's e-Outreach system and complete the Business Opportunities Registration and Certification Form, which remains valid for three years. The county may award the contract to multiple contractors, allowing for a diverse vendor pool. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the fencing materials procurement suggests a significant potential contract value. Vendors must be prepared to provide customer references and demonstrate compliance with all county requirements, with the understanding that any material misrepresentation could result in contract termination and removal from county databases.