Replace Compressor, Dehydrator and Tank - AVCRAD Fresno

The California Military Department's Purchasing and Contracting Branch is seeking a contractor to replace a compressor, dehydrator, and tank at the AVCRAD Main Hangar located at 5168 E Dakota Avenue in Fresno, California. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Event #34746, requiring the successful bidder to furnish all labor, equipment, materials, permits, and fees necessary for the equipment replacement. Prospective bidders must possess a C-61/D-21 Machinery and Pumps license or subcontract with a licensed contractor, and must attend a mandatory pre-bid job walk on 3/26/2025 at 10:30 AM at the project site. All questions must be submitted to Nicole Jackson at Nicole.Jackson@cmd.ca.gov by 4:00 PM on 4/4/2025, with bid submissions due by 4/18/2025 at 3:30 PM. The project requires the installation of a pad-mounted compressor and dehydrator with 480V 3-phase power, capable of producing over 115 CFM, and including a 250-gallon pressure vessel, with an expected completion timeline of 60 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed.

The contract appears to have potential set-aside considerations for small businesses and disabled veteran business enterprises (DVBE), with potential preference points applied during the evaluation process. Bidders must submit various certifications, including non-collusion affidavits, civil rights law compliance, and postconsumer recycled content documentation. The procurement covers jurisdictions including Fresno County, Fremont City, and Fresno City, with the primary focus on the AVCRAD facility. Compliance with the Buy Clean California Act is required, and bidders must provide environmental product declarations for specified materials. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive technical requirements and mandatory pre-bid walk suggest a substantial infrastructure investment. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder, with consideration given to technical capabilities, licensing requirements, and potential small business or DVBE status.