IFB 25-0229: Generator Replacement Services in Hawaii

The California Department of Food and Agriculture is requesting bids for complete generator replacement services at the Hawaii Fruit Fly Rearing Facility in Waimanalo, Hawaii under IFB 25-0229, with bids due June 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PT. A mandatory 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement applies, with incentive adjustments available for higher participation levels.

The scope entails removal of an existing Caterpillar Model 3306 250 kW standby generator and installation of a new CAT Generator Set Model C9 (250 kW at 0.8 PF, 480Y 3-phase, 4-wire, 60 Hz) with all associated fuel, exhaust, cooling, and mechanical accessories. The contractor must disconnect and properly dispose of the existing unit, prepare the site, install and test the new generator, verify automatic transfer switch functionality, and provide staff instruction on proper usage. The contractor must hold a California C-10 contractor's license and Hawaii C-13 electrical license, and be registered with both the California Department of Industrial Relations and Hawaii's Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.

The contract term runs from June 30, 2026 (or upon final approval, whichever is later) through June 30, 2027 with no renewal options. Prevailing wage provisions under California Labor Code Section 1773 apply. A payment bond is required if the total exceeds $25,000. Comprehensive insurance is mandatory, including $1,000,000 general liability per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate. Travel costs are reimbursed at Federal GSA rates in effect at time of travel.

A mandatory pre-bid walk-through is scheduled for June 10, 2026 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., with registration required by June 9. Written questions are due June 12, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. PT, with answers posted by June 16. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. All bids must include a non-collusion affidavit, labor code certifications, cost proposal, contractor status forms, DVBE participation declaration, and small business certification. The State reserves the right to reject all bids.