Inspector of Record (IOR) Services for Santa Barbara Veterans Memorial Building Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning and Structural Improvements

The County of Santa Barbara General Services Department Capital Projects Division is requesting bids for construction services at the Santa Barbara Veterans Memorial Building, a registered historic landmark at 112 W. Cabrillo Street, with bids due June 25, 2026, and a mandatory job walk on April 23, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. Only prime contractors attending the job walk are qualified to bid.

The project scope includes HVAC system upgrade and replacement, structural reinforcement of the 2nd floor support beam and building footings, window rehabilitation, and ADA renovation of an existing restroom. The building was constructed in 1927. All work must comply with the Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction.

The estimated construction cost is $1.64 million. The contract term is 270 calendar days for completion after Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages of $750 per day assessed for contractor-attributable delays. Compensation covers all labor, supervision, overhead, materials, and equipment necessary for completion, subject to contract adjustments and liquidated damages.

Bidders must hold either a Class A or Class B contractor's license and be registered with California's Department of Industrial Relations. All contractors and subcontractors must comply with prevailing wage requirements under California Labor Code Sections 1770 et seq. A bidder's bond of 10% of the total bid amount is required, along with performance and payment bonds. Insurance must include workers' compensation and comprehensive general and automobile liability coverage of not less than $2 million per occurrence, with the County named as additional insured.

Federal funding supports the project, requiring compliance with 2 CFR Part 200, equal employment opportunity requirements, and federal environmental and anti-fraud certifications. The scope includes a base bid component and Unit Price #1 for window repair or replacement. Work must coordinate with court schedules and building occupants to minimize disruption.