IFB 3CA07082 - Water Plant System Operations Services

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) 3CA07082 for Water Plant System Operations Services at the Bautista Conservation Camp, located in Riverside County. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive water treatment plant operations, including all necessary materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, and fees to ensure compliance with State Water Resources Control Board regulations. Contractors must provide a licensed certified operator with a minimum Grade 1 Distribution Certification (D1) or Grade 2 Treatment Certification (T2) and an active B-General Building Contractor license. Key deliverables include maintaining water and wastewater facilities, performing operational and laboratory analyses, calibrating equipment, and submitting required regulatory reports. The mandatory pre-bid site inspection is scheduled for May 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with written questions due by May 15, 2025, and bid submissions due by May 22, 2025, at 5:00 PM. The contract term spans from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2027, with a potential one-year extension option.

The procurement includes specific set-aside provisions, with a 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal and a Small Business (SB) participation preference. The contract aims to provide opportunities for disadvantaged business enterprises while ensuring high-quality water plant operations. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the total contract amount will be determined upon award, with pricing expected to include monthly rates for water plant operations and additional rates for on-call support, additional services, and potential equipment malfunction or failure costs. The solicitation covers jurisdictions including Riverside County, Hayward City, Lake Riverside CDP, and Riverside City, suggesting a potentially broad operational scope. Prospective bidders should carefully review the complete solicitation document to understand the full scope of requirements, qualifications, and evaluation criteria for this critical water plant operations contract.