Specification No. 24-13 (C51674) Full Pipe Penetration Replacement Deferred Maintenance Program (DMP), Davis - Sites 545 and 549

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) is soliciting bids for Contract No. C51674, Specification No. 24-13, a Full Pipe Penetration Replacement Deferred Maintenance Program located in Yolo County. The project involves comprehensive infrastructure replacement at two levee sites, specifically demolishing and replacing existing 24-inch diameter corrugated metal pipe culverts with new 24-inch diameter reinforced concrete pipe culverts. Key deliverables include replacing concrete headwalls, outlet structures, and gates, along with associated earthwork, dewatering, and erosion control measures. Contractors must hold a Class A license and be prequalified by the Department of Water Resources. A mandatory site inspection is scheduled for January 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM, and sealed bids are due between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM on February 5, 2025, at the California Natural Resources Headquarters in Sacramento. Bidders must submit detailed technical proposals addressing concrete specifications, pipe installation, slide gate requirements, and comprehensive quality control testing procedures.

The procurement includes a 25% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal and offers Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentives during bid evaluation. Contractors must comply with California's economic sanctions related to Russia and provide documentation of compliance for contracts valued at $5 million or more. The estimated project cost ranges from $1,350,000 to $1,600,000, with the contract scheduled for completion by July 31, 2025. Bidders must provide 10% bid security and will be required to obtain payment and performance bonds for 100% of the contract amount. Additional requirements include DIR registration, prevailing wage compliance, and adherence to specific safety prequalification standards, including maintaining acceptable Workers' Compensation Experience Modification Rates. Alternative materials may be proposed up to 14 days before the bid opening, and contractors must demonstrate robust safety policies and procedures to qualify for the bidding process.