P2460003: Back-Up Diesel Motors Maintenance & Repair Services (sixth post, UPDATED)

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a contractor for back-up diesel motors maintenance and repair services at the Fish Springs Hatchery in Inyo County, California. The procurement involves annual inspection, maintenance, and servicing of two MTU 6R/1500 diesel back-up motors located at Well 332 and Well 330, including comprehensive services for emission systems, clutch and drive train, right angle drive, and associated computer systems. Qualified bidders must possess one of four specific contractor licenses: A - General Engineering, B - General Building, C-57 Well Drilling, or C-61:D-21 Machinery and Pumps. The project requires three scheduled service periods during the contract term, with specific requirements for both flat-rate annual maintenance and potential repair scenarios. Key procurement dates include bid availability on November 15, 2024, an optional walkthrough on December 3, 2024 at 11:00 AM, and a mandatory bid submission deadline of December 11, 2024 at 2:00 PM, with a proposed contract award date of December 24, 2024.

The contract includes specific provisions for small businesses and disabled veteran business enterprises (DVBE), with a 3% DVBE participation goal and potential incentives ranging from 3-5% based on participation levels. Small businesses can receive a 5% preference, and non-small businesses can obtain a 5% preference by subcontracting 25% to certified small businesses. The total estimated project value is $100,000, with a contract term running from CDFW approval through November 30, 2027. Pricing structure includes flat-rate costs for annual inspections, predetermined rates for foreseeable repairs, and hourly rates with a $4,000 parts allowance for unforeseeable repairs, with contractor markup not exceeding 25%. Payment terms include a 5% retention held from each progress payment, which will be released 30 days after project completion. Performance and payment bonds are required for contracts exceeding specific monetary thresholds, and contractors must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations for contracts over $25,000.