Santa Cruz Wharf Pilings

The City of Santa Cruz is soliciting bids for a critical wharf infrastructure project through Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. PK-0133, seeking to procure 60 total marine-grade Douglas Fir pilings for permanent repairs to the Santa Cruz Wharf following winter storm damage. Specifically, the procurement includes 50 quantity of 70-ft polyurea-coated, ACZA treated, coastal Douglas Fir, Marine grade, class A pilings and 10 quantity of 75-ft polyurea-coated, ACZA treated, coastal Douglas Fir, Marine grade, class A pilings. The construction work is scheduled to begin in mid-September 2024, with a bid response deadline of May 28, 2024, at 2:00 pm. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is set for May 16, 2024, at 10:00 am, and bidders must submit bids electronically through the city's e-Procurement Portal. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications, including the ability to source and deliver pilings within the required period, possess necessary licenses and certifications, and maintain current registration with the California Department of Industrial Relations. The procurement spans jurisdictions including Santa Cruz County and San Francisco City, with a focus on environmental conservation and sustainable practices.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with prevailing wage laws, living wage ordinance, and potentially participate in an emergency resource agreement. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating Commercial General Liability coverage of $2,000,000 per occurrence, Automobile Liability of $1,000,000, and Workers' Compensation coverage of $1,000,000 per accident. The contract term is anticipated to be six months with potential renewals to be mutually agreed upon in writing. While specific award values are not detailed, the procurement involves precise delivery specifications, including offloading pilings at the Wharf Yard between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM, with a sales tax rate of 9.25%. The city reserves the right to reject any bids, adjust contract terms, and pursue alternative sourcing if the selected vendor cannot meet project requirements. Vendors are encouraged to provide information about their environmental practices, Green Business certifications, and alternative fuel vehicles.