P2510007: Pump Maintenance and Repairs at Iron Gate Fish Hatchery, Siskiyou County, California

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive pump maintenance and repair services for the Iron Gate Fish Hatchery located in Siskiyou County. The procurement involves annual inspection, maintenance, servicing, and repairs of six water pumps, specifically three centrifugal pumps in the Klamath Mainstem, two centrifugal pumps in Bogus Creek, and one large water pump in the Mainstem. Qualified bidders must possess either a General Engineering Contractor license (A) or a Limited Specialty Contractor license for Machinery and Pumps (C-61 D-21). The project requires a mandatory pre-bid job walk on August 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with bids due on September 3, 2025, by 2:00 PM. Evaluation criteria will be based on the total bid, which includes estimated quantities for inspection, foreseeable repair services, and unforeseeable repair services. The contract aims to ensure proper functioning and safety of the water pump infrastructure through comprehensive maintenance and timely repairs.

The solicitation includes a mandatory 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement, with potential bidders eligible for a 3-5% DVBE incentive depending on their participation level. Small businesses and disadvantaged enterprises are encouraged to participate through California's preference programs. The contract term will run from CDFW approval through August 15, 2028, with the estimated contract value of $40,000.00. Bidders must submit various attachments and certifications, including non-collusion declarations, prevailing wage compliance documents, and state-mandated compliance forms. The contract includes provisions for different labor rates, covering regular time, overtime, and urgent repairs, with payment based on actual services rendered and approved by the CDFW Contract Manager. Contractors will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, tools, and equipment to maintain the pumps according to manufacturer guidelines, with detailed reporting requirements and compliance with state and federal regulations.