Recycled Water Pressure Tank Replacement Project

The City of Soledad, California is requesting sealed bids for a recycled water pressure tank replacement project at 34520 Morisoli Road, Soledad, with bids due August 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and a non-mandatory bidders' conference on August 11 at 1:30 p.m. at the project site. A California C-36 Plumbing Contractors License is required. This is a public works project subject to prevailing wage requirements for Monterey County and DIR registration and compliance.

The scope includes field verification, furnishing and installation of a new ASME pressure tank matching all current tank specifications, removal and disposal of the existing tank, reconnection of piping, furnishing valves, fittings, and anchors, and performance of startup, pressure testing, leak testing, and commissioning. The awardee must provide operations and maintenance manuals, warranties, and training. The prime contractor must perform at least 30% of the work with its own forces. All subcontractors performing work exceeding one-half of one percent of the total bid price must be listed and registered with DIR.

The estimated construction cost is $55,000. The contract term is a maximum of 60 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with an anticipated start date of October 1, 2026. Work is performed at the single location in Soledad.

Bid security of 10% of the maximum bid amount is required as a cashier's check, certified check, or bid bond. Successful bidders must provide payment and performance bonds each for 100% of the contract price and obtain a City business license within ten days of award. Liquidated damages apply for failure to complete within the contract time. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and will award to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive bid within 60 days after bid opening.