IFB 10214817-Motor Control Centers and Switchgear Services

The California Department of Water Resources issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) 10214817 on February 10, 2026, with proposals due by March 17, 2026, for Motor Control Centers and Switchgear Services. This indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) procurement seeks qualified contractors to provide comprehensive engineering, maintenance, refurbishment, repair, modification, testing, procurement, and commissioning services for switchgear, motor control centers (MCC), switchboards, and related components supporting the state's electrical infrastructure. The scope encompasses both routine maintenance and specialized technical services required across multiple state facilities and operations. Contractors must demonstrate technical qualifications and experience in industrial electrical equipment servicing, including certifications or partnerships with major equipment manufacturers. Pricing will be submitted on a time-and-materials or unit-rate basis depending on the specific services rendered. The contract structure allows the state to procure services on an as-needed basis, with funding for individual task orders drawn from requesting state agencies' budget allocations. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder(s) offering the best value to the state.

This procurement includes a mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) Program participation requirement, restricting or limiting bidding opportunities to businesses meeting this socioeconomic designation. The solicitation provides a list of certified DVBE subcontractors available for partnership, including Power System Professionals (dba Power Pros), Cooper Energy Services Inc., Conrad Supply Inc., Patriot Supply Unlimited, Inc., and Veteran Enterprises, along with their respective contact information and UNSPSC codes. Bidders are encouraged to seek partnerships with these listed vendors to satisfy the DVBE participation requirement, and additional qualified DVBE vendors can be identified through the California eProcure supplier search portal. The state may also consider small business set-asides or other socioeconomic preferences in accordance with California procurement regulations. No specific award value or budget range was disclosed in the available solicitation documents. Funding for individual task orders would be provided by the requesting state agency based on their specific needs and budget allocations throughout the contract term.