Scaffolding Rental Services

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR), San Luis Field Division, has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for scaffolding rental services at two specific pumping plant locations: Gianelli Pumping Plant in Gustine and Dos Amigos Pumping Plant in Los Banos. The procurement requires a contractor to provide non-flammable, metallic, industrial-grade scaffolding, including all necessary supervision, labor, materials, tools, transportation, and equipment such as personal protective equipment and safety gear to erect, install, and dismantle OSHA-compliant scaffolding. Mandatory qualifications include possession of a Class D-39 License from the California State Contractors License Board and the ability to provide at least six qualified personnel to staff both locations simultaneously. Technical questions must be submitted by January 12, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., with answers provided by January 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Sealed bids are due by February 4, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., with a bid opening on February 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The contract evaluation will be based on the lowest responsible bid meeting all specifications, with a required bidder's bond equal to 10 percent of the bid amount.

The solicitation includes mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) program participation requirements, with incentive calculations available for bids achieving specified DVBE participation percentages. Small Business Preference and Non-Small Business Preference provisions are also available to bidders. The contract anticipates a start date of July 1, 2026, with a three-year agreement term and potential option years. Contractors must maintain Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) registration and comply with prevailing wage requirements for this public works contract. The bid sheet requires detailed pricing information, including labor rates for supervisors and scaffold erectors at straight time, overtime, and Sunday/holiday rates, as well as rental pricing per piece per day after the first 60 days, emergency call-out rates, and training session costs. Contractors must submit a Material Rate Sheet with individual component replacement costs and provide certifications of competence for all qualified personnel involved in scaffold erection, dismantling, and use. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive pricing requirements suggest a significant contract value for scaffolding services across multiple locations.