IFB S25BMO006 "Carpet, and Luxury Vinyl Tile removal and installation at DIR¿s office location in San Francisco, California"

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) S25BMO006 for carpet and luxury vinyl tile removal and installation services at DIR's office location in San Francisco. This procurement encompasses the removal of existing carpeting, luxury vinyl tile (LVT), and bases, followed by the installation of new materials across four suites totaling approximately 43,653 square feet at 455 Golden Gate Avenue in San Francisco. Specific deliverables include installation of Interface Driftwood carpet in Leyland 104852 color, Metroflor Double Take LVT in DT20016 Steamboat finish, and Burke base in Black 701 with 4-inch coved rubber. Qualified bidders must hold a current A-General Engineering Contractor or C-15 (Flooring and Floor Covering Contractor) license from the California Contractors State Licensing Board and must have attended the mandatory pre-bid site inspection scheduled for February 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The bid submission deadline is February 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM, with electronic submission to deverett@dir.ca.gov required. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder with an estimated start date of April 13, 2026, and a six-month contract term. All work must be completed outside normal business hours between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM, Monday through Friday, and/or weekends, subject to DIR approval.

This public works contract is subject to California prevailing wage requirements, mandating compliance with prevailing wage rates and DIR registration for all contractors and subcontractors. Disadvantaged Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation incentives apply if applicable. Bidders must provide comprehensive insurance coverage including commercial general liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, automobile liability of $1,000,000, workers' compensation per statutory requirements, environmental/pollution liability of $1,000,000, and professional liability of $1,000,000. A payment bond equal to 100% of the contract amount is required. Contractors must demonstrate prior experience with similar flooring installation projects through provided references. DIR's budget for this project is $450,000, and any bids exceeding this amount will be deemed non-responsive and ineligible for award. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are referenced in this solicitation.