IFB LED Lighting Replacement Services, Orange County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #12A2262 for LED Lighting Replacement Services across Orange County, specifically targeting the Brea Maintenance Station and San Juan Capistrano Maintenance Station. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive lighting replacement services, including all necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals required to remove existing lighting fixtures and install new Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting fixtures. Bidders must possess either a Class A-General Engineering Contractor or C-10 Electrical Contractor license and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. The bid is due on April 3, 2025, with a bid opening scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on the same day, and an optional pre-bid site inspection is planned for March 26, 2025, at the Brea Maintenance Station. The contract period is anticipated to run from May 1, 2025, to February 27, 2026, with evaluation likely focusing on technical compliance, licensing credentials, and pricing.

The solicitation includes significant small business and diversity provisions, with a 25% Small Business (SB) participation goal and encouragement of Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation. While DVBE participation is not mandatory, a DVBE incentive will be applied to the bid evaluation. The total contract value is not to exceed $461,000, and the project is subject to prevailing wage requirements for work exceeding $15,000. Contractors must also comply with various state regulations, including small business requirements, civil rights standards, and organic waste recycling guidelines. The procurement appears to be open to a wide range of qualified contractors who can meet the technical specifications and licensing requirements, with a particular emphasis on promoting participation from small and disabled veteran-owned businesses. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate technical competence in LED lighting installation, electrical contracting, and compliance with California state procurement regulations.