Fpcm-kvsp-I001137-001-MF eifs

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking bids for an Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) project at Kern Valley State Prison in Delano, California. The procurement, identified by solicitation number FPCM-KVSP-I001137-001-MF, involves comprehensive material supply and installation for Buildings 341 and 344, each covering approximately 60,000 square feet of concrete wall surface. Required deliverables include complete EIFS system materials such as rigid insulation, fasteners, drainage track, primer, adhesives, reinforcing mesh, trim, sealants, metal lath, base and finish coatings, and air/water resistive barriers. Contractors must adhere to strict California Building Standards Code and correctional facility security protocols, including mandatory personnel background clearances and tool inventory management. A mandatory walk-through is scheduled for November 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., with written questions due by 5:00 p.m. on November 14, 2025. Final bids are due by 2:00 p.m. on November 24, 2025, and must be submitted via email or courier to the specified CDCR procurement contact.

The solicitation includes several advantageous set-aside and preference opportunities for small and disadvantaged businesses. California Certified Small Businesses are eligible for a 5% bid preference, while non-small businesses can receive the same preference by demonstrating 25% California certified small business subcontractor participation. Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentives range from 1% to 5% based on confirmed participation levels. The state anticipates selecting both a primary and alternate supplier to ensure project continuity, with materials required for delivery within 90 days after purchase order issuance and submittal approval. All deliveries will occur within the secure prison perimeter, requiring specific gate clearances and adherence to strict coordination protocols. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the state reserves the right to increase the purchase order by 20% upon written approval prior to final delivery. Contractors must be prepared to manage all temporary facilities, utilities, and construction waste management, with a minimum 75 percent waste diversion rate, and provide a two-year maintenance and service period following project completion.