P2460008: Wells & Pumps Maintenance & Repair (Fourth Posting)

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a contract titled "Wells & Pumps Maintenance & Repair" at the Fillmore Hatchery in Ventura County, California. The contract requires the provision of all labor, tools, equipment, materials, incidentals, permits, and taxes necessary for semi-annual and annual inspections, maintenance, and servicing of the hatchery's wells, pumps, electric motor assemblies, electrical panels, VFDs, backup engines, generators, flow meters, and low flow alarms. The contract term is from September 13, 2024 or upon DGS approval through June 30, 2027. An optional pre-bid walkthrough is scheduled for August 27, 2024, and bids are due by September 11, 2024 no later than 2:00 pm. The estimated cost for this project was originally set at $150,000, but this amount has since been revised but the new amount is not specified.

The IFB includes a 5% small business preference and a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive program. Contractors must have a valid A - General Engineering Contractor, C57 - Well Drilling Contractor, or C-61 - Limited Specialty: D21 - Machinery and Pumps license and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The agreement includes provisions for performance and payment bonds, as well as specified insurance coverage requirements.