IFB No. 113780 Purchase, Installation, Training and Service for a Redundant Air Compressor

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 113780 for the purchase, installation, training, and service of a redundant air compressor at their facility located at 1733 Sports Drive in Sacramento. The procurement seeks a contractor to supply and install a Hertz Oil Flooded Model HBD5 - 7.5 HP air compressor with specific technical requirements, including dual voltage capabilities, sound enclosure, 120-gallon horizontal tank mount, electronic drain, external mounted refrigerated dryer, and coalescer/particulate filtration. The contract requires the selected vendor to configure both existing and new compressor units to handle the entire compressed air demand independently, complete comprehensive system testing, and provide staff training. Bids are due by March 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM PT, with a site inspection available by contacting Cheryl Raneses. The contract term is specified as June 1, 2025, through May 31, 2027, and will include preventative maintenance per manufacturer specifications and 24/7 "as needed" remedial repair services with a 24-hour response time.

The solicitation includes Small Business/Microbusiness preferences, offering a 5% preference for small businesses and an additional 5% preference for non-small businesses that subcontract 25% to California certified small businesses. The IFB waives Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation and incentive requirements, potentially broadening the pool of eligible bidders. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, the procurement involves a comprehensive air compressor system replacement with associated maintenance services. The contract covers multiple jurisdictions including Sacramento County, Sacramento City, San Francisco City, and West Sacramento City, indicating a potentially significant regional impact. Prospective bidders will need to demonstrate technical expertise in air compressor systems, installation capabilities, and provide robust maintenance and response protocols to meet the EDD's operational requirements.