I. C. Department of Information & Technical Services - Office Upgrade Project

Imperial County Department of Public Works is requesting sealed bids for office upgrades to the I.C. Department of Information & Technical Services at 940 Main Street, Suite 201, El Centro, California, with bids due August 14, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and a non-mandatory pre-bid conference and facility walkthrough on July 29, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. The successful bidder must hold a California B-General Building Contractor License — the primary capability filter.

The scope encompasses demolition and removal of worn carpet with installation of new vinyl planks and sound control underlayment; wall demolition, patching, and paint application; soundproof insulation installation in the manager's office; HVAC thermostat replacement; electrical upgrades including new receptacles and LED lighting fixtures; wood acoustic panel installation; and construction of a new interior wall. Two additive bid items are available for ceiling grid system replacement and premium paint finishes.

The estimated construction cost is $80,000. The contract term spans October 2026 through November 2026, with board review and award anticipated in September 2026. Damages for delay are assessed at $2,700 per calendar day of non-completion beyond the specified completion date.

Contractors and all subcontractors must be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations per Senate Bill 854 requirements; a non-refundable registration fee of $400 applies. The project is subject to prevailing wage requirements, with certified payroll records required. Bid security of 10% of the maximum bid amount is required as either a certified check or bid bond. Performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract value are required. Contractors may request substitution of securities in place of retained funds under California Public Contract Code Section 22300. Bid documents are available beginning July 15, 2026 at no charge online or for $100 per hardcopy set.