IFB 08A3821 Water Sample Testing and Wastewater Services in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #08A3821 for comprehensive water sample testing and wastewater services across San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to provide labor, materials, equipment, and services for maintaining and operating water treatment systems at various Caltrans District 8 facilities. Specific requirements include testing, monitoring, servicing, and repairing three Reverse Osmosis Systems, eight Chlorination Systems, and multiple Safety Roadside Rest Areas (SRRAs). Contractors must possess specialized licensing, including C-36 Plumbing Contractors, C-55 Water Conditioning licenses, Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) Certification, and specific water treatment operator certifications. The contract will encompass approximately 1,500 bacteriological tests, comprehensive water quality monitoring, and wastewater services. Key procurement dates include a bid submission deadline of July 17, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time, with bid opening at 2:30 p.m. the same day, and a proposed award date of July 24, 2025.

The solicitation encourages participation from small businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), offering a 5% preference for certified small businesses and potential DVBE incentives. The total bid proposal must not exceed $461,000, with line items covering weekly system inspections, monthly and annual testing, non-routine service requests, and various water quality analyses. The contract is proposed to commence on July 21, 2025, and will expire on July 20, 2028, covering facilities within San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Lake Riverside CDP, Riverside City, and San Bernardino City. Prevailing wage requirements are included in the contract specifications. For contractors requiring additional accessibility information, the solicitation provides a request link at http://bit.ly/dpac-ada or a contact number at (916) 654-2852. The procurement emphasizes comprehensive water treatment and maintenance services with specific technical and operational requirements for potential bidders.