P2540007: Convault Maintenance and Repair (second post), at Mendota Wildlife Area, Fresno County, California

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is seeking a qualified contractor for Convault Maintenance and Repair at the Mendota Wildlife Area in Fresno County, California. The procurement, identified as Project P2540007, requires comprehensive maintenance and servicing of one Convault RN2000 3 SF two thousand (2,000) gallon gas tank. Specific deliverables include yearly inspection, leak checks, equipment testing, and ensuring compliance with San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District requirements. Contractors must possess specific licensing credentials, including A - General Engineering Contractor, C-34 - Pipeline Contractor, C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, or C-61 - Limited Specialty: D-40 Service Station Equipment and Maintenance. Additional required certifications include current Air Control District certification, International Code Council certification, and Vapor Installer (VI) certification. The mandatory pre-bid job walk is scheduled for August 26, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with bid submissions due on September 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The contract term will run from CDFW approval through June 30, 2028, with an estimated project cost of $15,000.00.

The procurement includes provisions for small business participation, though the previously mandated Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement of 3% has been waived for this opportunity. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage regulations and public works requirements, submitting comprehensive documentation including bid security, subcontractor lists, and various state-required certification forms. The contract will require detailed maintenance reporting, with reports due two weeks after each annual service. Hourly rates for unforeseeable repair services will be limited to actual on-site time, and the contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals for maintenance and potential repairs. While no incumbent vendor is specified, the contract emphasizes integration with existing infrastructure at the Mendota Wildlife Area. The maximum contract amount remains to be determined, but the initial estimated budget is set at $15,000.00, with potential for additional services based on maintenance and repair needs.