P1599048 - Water Efficient Fixture Replacement

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is seeking a qualified contractor to perform water efficient fixture replacement at the Imperial Wildlife Area in Niland, Imperial County. This Invitation for Bid (IFB P1599048) requires the replacement of 12 floor mount toilets, 30 faucets, 18 shower heads, and 2 urinal actuators across 9 residences, 2 offices, sheds, and shops. The contractor must provide all necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals to complete the project within 40 working days from the Notice to Start Date. Bidders must possess either an A, B, or C-36 contractor license and submit completed pricing documentation that includes inspection rates, billable labor rates per fixture type, and markup percentages for materials and subcontractor work. Key procurement dates include bid availability on April 8, 2016, bid opening on April 28, 2016 at 2:00 PM, Notice of Intent to Award on April 29, 2016, with a proposed award date of June 29, 2016, and a proposed construction start date of July 6, 2016.

The procurement includes a mandatory 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement, with potential DVBE incentives of up to 5% for bidders demonstrating DVBE participation. Contractors must provide payment and performance bonds for contracts exceeding $25,000 and $10,000 respectively, and comply with prevailing wage rate requirements. The estimated contract value is $25,000.00, with the total contract value determined through an evaluation formula that factors inspection rates, labor rates for each fixture type, and markup on supplied materials. Bidders must complete multiple required attachments, including a DVBE declaration, bidder declaration form GSPD-05-105, and a 10% bidder's bond. No separate billing will be permitted for travel time or expenditures, as these must be incorporated into inspection or billable labor rates. The contract pricing structure includes a markup on supplied materials and subcontractor work not to exceed 20%.