P2540009: Generator Maintenance and Repair, at Merced River Hatchery, Merced County, California

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is seeking a qualified contractor to perform generator maintenance and repair services at the Merced River Hatchery, located at 4998 Robinson Road in Snelling, California. The procurement, designated as Invitation for Bid (IFB) P2540009, requires a contractor to provide two instances of comprehensive inspection, maintenance, servicing, and potential repair of a Cummins diesel generator Model #C125 D6C. Bidders must possess one of three specific contractor licenses: A - General Engineering, B - General Building, or C-10 - Electrical, and must provide all necessary labor, tools, equipment, materials, and permits. The mandatory pre-bid job walk is scheduled for October 10, 2025, at 11:00am, with bids due on October 21, 2025, by 2:00pm. The contract term will run from CDFW approval through June 30, 2026, with services to be performed during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding state holidays). The solicitation includes detailed pricing tables for inspection services, foreseeable repairs, and unforeseeable repair services, with contractors expected to provide comprehensive documentation and comply with state procurement guidelines.

The procurement includes a mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement of 3%, with potential bid incentives for meeting or exceeding this goal. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage requirements, Department of Industrial Relations registration for contracts over $25,000, and various state and federal regulations regarding small business preferences and labor standards. The estimated project cost is $19,999.00, with a proposed contract award date in November 2025. The pricing structure includes rates for regular and overtime labor, urgent repairs, and a parts allowance with a maximum of $4,000. Contractors will be required to maintain appropriate insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation, with the State of California named as an additional insured. The contract allows for both foreseeable and unforeseeable repair services, providing flexibility for potential maintenance needs at the Merced River Hatchery. Bidders must complete numerous compliance declarations and submit comprehensive documentation, including a Bidder Declaration form and various certification documents.