IFB 10220533 for Decking Services

The California Department of Water Resources is requesting bids on decking services at the Oroville Project Headquarters under IFB 10220533, with bids due September 17, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. and a mandatory pre-bid conference on September 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. This solicitation carries mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirements of a minimum 3.0% commitment, with DVBE incentive percentages ranging from 3.0% to 5.0% based on participation levels. A 5.0% Small Business preference is available for certified SBs and Micro-Businesses, and a 5.0% non-small business preference applies when 25% of the bid is subcontracted to certified SBs.

The scope covers demolition of existing wood decking systems and fabrication and installation of new aluminum decks, stairs, ramps, and railings for five office trailers (Trailers A, B, C, D, and E) at 433 Canyon Drive, Oroville, California. The contractor must furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and permits. Pricing is submitted as a lump sum with three line items: aluminum decking installation, demolition and disposal of existing materials, and installation and disposal of truncated dome mats. Prime contractors must hold California State Licensing Board classifications C-5, C-61/D-41, or equivalent, and demonstrate a minimum of five years of full-time commercial aluminum decking experience. All contractors and subcontractors must be DIR registered and comply with prevailing wage requirements.

The anticipated contract start date is November 2026 with a one-year initial term. The contract includes a 10-year materials warranty and a 1-year labor warranty; contractors must respond to service calls within 48 hours. Bidders must submit a 10% bidder's bond and provide 100% performance and payment bonds with specified insurance coverage upon award. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is mandatory for bid acceptance. The public bid opening occurs via Microsoft Teams at 2:00 p.m. on September 17. Bids are submitted as two signed copies—one hardcopy and one electronic copy on USB—in a sealed envelope. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications.