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

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is seeking a qualified contractor to perform yearly maintenance and repair services for a Convault RN2000 3 SF two thousand (2,000) gallon gas tank located at the Mendota Wildlife Area in Fresno County. The procurement is a competitive bid process (Project Number P2540007) requiring comprehensive inspection, maintenance, and servicing to ensure the equipment functions properly and safely. Contractors must possess a valid license in categories A (General Engineering), C-34 (Pipeline), C-36 (Plumbing), or C-61 (Limited Specialty: Service Station Equipment and Maintenance). Additional required certifications include current documentation from the Air Control District, International Code Council, and Vapor Installer certification. The bid is scheduled to be available on September 19, 2025, with an optional pre-bid job walk on September 30, 2025, at 10:00 am, and bids are due on October 14, 2025, no later than 2:00 pm. Evaluation criteria will likely include contractor qualifications, licensing, certifications, and pricing across three service categories: Inspection and Maintenance Services, Foreseeable Repair Services, and Unforeseeable Repair Services.

The solicitation does not include specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, and the DVBE (Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise) participation requirement has been waived for this project. The contract term will run from CDFW approval through June 30, 2028, with maintenance to be performed annually in May. The estimated project cost is $15,000.00, with payment structured around actual services rendered and including a 5% retention hold. Contractors will be required to submit detailed reports after each maintenance session, documenting work performed, parts replaced, labor hours, and compliance with applicable regulations. The contract allows for various repair services, including foreseeable and unforeseeable repairs, with specific hourly rates and conditions. Bidders must provide bid security of at least 10% of the bid amount, and the contract will be subject to prevailing wage requirements and compliance monitoring by the Department of Industrial Relations.