Residential Sound Insulation Program Group 12 (Construction)

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is requesting bids for residential sound insulation construction services under Bid Group 12 of the LAX Residential Sound Insulation Program, with bids due October 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. A mandatory virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 15, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Addendum No. 1 (issued September 17, 2026) removes the previously stated 10% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation goal; all other terms remain unchanged. This is a low-bid award to the responsive and responsible bidder.

Bidders must hold an active California Class B Contractors License and demonstrate a minimum of five years of residential sound mitigation construction experience valued at $5,000,000 or more within the last ten years. The scope covers sound retrofit modifications to up to 52 eligible residential dwelling units in El Segundo within the 2020 noise exposure map area, including replacement of windows and doors with acoustically-rated assemblies, attic space insulation, finish and rough carpentry, exterior and interior plastering and painting, roof equipment platforms, new ventilation unit installation, and electrical service upgrades. No more than ten residences may be open concurrently. Contractors must coordinate with Southern California Edison for electrical utility upgrades and employ a qualified Dry Utilities Consultant on staff with LAWA-approved resume submission. The technical specifications identify approved window and door suppliers (Prime Window Company, Amsco Windows, Vancouver Door Company, Eggers Door, Therma-Tru) and reference detailed construction specifications, project drawings, and lead and asbestos survey results for the 47 tested properties.

The contract term is 365 calendar days from Notice to Proceed with potential extension of an additional 180 days at LAWA's discretion. Performance and payment bonds at 100% of contract value are required within 15 days of award. Bid Group 12 includes a $25,000 allowance for dry utility consultant services, with individual unit prices ranging from $0 to $85,000 across the 52 properties. The project is FAA-funded and subject to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements, Buy American preferences, federal nondiscrimination provisions (Title VI, ADA, Section 504), and California labor code prevailing wage compliance. Contractors must register with the California Department of Industrial Relations, obtain all permits and approvals from the City of El Segundo, City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety, Los Angeles Fire Department, and South Coast Air Quality Management District. Insurance requirements include Workers' Compensation (statutory limits), General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Commercial Auto Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), Installation Floater, and Pollution Legal Liability ($1,000,000 per claim and aggregate). A Local Business Preference Program applies. Questions are due October 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Bids remain valid for three months after bid opening.