IFB, Boiler Repair, Redding, CA

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB #32A0606) for comprehensive boiler repair services at the District 32 Equipment Shop located in Redding, CA. The procurement involves repairing eight heating boilers, with specific services including descaling and cleaning boiler systems, replacing neutralizers, furnishing new displays, troubleshooting, repairing air vent piping, and addressing ceiling heaters. Contractors must possess a valid C-4 (Boiler, Hot Water Heating and Steam Fitting Contractor) license and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. Key procurement dates include an optional pre-bid site inspection on December 4, 2024 at 10:00 a.m., written questions due by December 6, 2024, and final bid submissions due December 10, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., with bid opening at 2:30 p.m. the same day. The contract term is scheduled from December 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, with an estimated award date of December 24, 2024.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside and participation requirements, mandating a 25% Small Business (SB) participation goal and a mandatory 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement. A DVBE incentive program is also incorporated into the procurement process. Prevailing wage requirements apply for bids exceeding $15,000, and a payment bond of 100% is required for bids over $25,000. The total bid amount must not exceed $461,000, with the contract specifying that only prime contractors or their authorized representatives may attend the site inspection, and subcontractors are prohibited from representing prime contractors. Bidders must submit a comprehensive bid package including all required certifications and documents listed in Attachment 3, with additional documentation to be provided by the winning bidder upon award. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for bidders with physical impairments if requested at least 5 working days prior to the site inspection.