IFB #10213420 - Crane Maintenance Services

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #10213420 for comprehensive crane maintenance services across the State Water Project (SWP). The procurement seeks a contractor to provide as-needed services including repairs, replacement, refurbishment, installation, testing, and inspection of various crane types, specifically Single Girder Bridge Cranes, Double Girder Bridge Cranes, Gantry Cranes, Monorail Cranes, Jib Cranes, Workstation Cranes, and Mobile Cranes. The work will be performed at five field division locations: Oroville, Delta, San Luis, San Joaquin, and Southern Field Divisions. Bidders must meet stringent qualifications, including Department of Industrial Relations registration, valid Class C-61 and D-21 contractor licenses, Cal/OSHA certification for crane inspectors, and valid certificates of competency for crane operators. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for December 16, 2025, at 9:00 AM PST via Microsoft Teams, with bid submissions due on January 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST and a public bid opening on January 15, 2026, at 9:30 AM PST. The anticipated contract start date is March 2026, with an initial three-year term and options for two additional years of renewal.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside designations for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) program participation, with incentive percentages ranging from 3.0% to 5.0% based on participation levels. The DWR has provided a comprehensive list of 16 certified DVBE subcontractors with contact information to facilitate bidder compliance with these requirements. Bidders must submit a 10% bidder's bond and provide three references for major crane refurbishment work on equipment 50 tons or greater completed within the last five years. Insurance requirements include workers' compensation with $1,000,000 employer liability limits and general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence. The contract will utilize the DWR's LISP system for service requests, with hourly labor rates established for various classifications including crane mechanics, inspectors, project managers, foremen, operators, engineers, and administrative assistants. Subcontracted work and rental equipment will be invoiced at cost plus 15%, and purchased materials at cost plus 15%. While no specific contract value is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services and multi-year potential suggests a significant procurement opportunity for qualified crane maintenance providers.