Stormwater Sampling, Monitoring, Reporting and Support - Fresno

The California Military Department is requesting bids on stormwater sampling, monitoring, reporting, and support services at the Aviation Classification and Repair Depot (AVCRAD), 5168 East Dakota Avenue, Fresno, California, with bids due August 27, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. under IFB (reference number not provided). A 5% Small Business Preference applies to certified small businesses; non-small business bidders may claim up to 5% incentive preference by committing to subcontract at least 25% of their net bid price with certified small businesses. DVBE requirements are waived but use of DVBE subcontractors is encouraged.

The contract runs 27 months from October 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028. The contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, materials, permits, and fees to conduct monthly stormwater visual observations, collect and analyze samples during qualified storm events, document non-stormwater discharges, input data into the California Stormwater Multiple Application and Report Tracking System (SMARTS), complete annual evaluations and reports, and provide a Qualified Industrial Stormwater Practitioner (QISP) if exceedance response actions are required. The prime contractor must self-perform at least 20% of the total contract amount.

Award will be made to the lowest responsive bid from a qualified, responsible bidder. Questions are due August 19, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. to Christopher Russell at Bids@cmd.ca.gov. Bidders are not required to visit the worksite but bear responsibility for satisfying themselves regarding local conditions and the actual work area.

Contractors must maintain Commercial General Liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate; Automobile Liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence if applicable; and statutory Workers' Compensation insurance with $1,000,000 Employers' Liability limits. All contractors must comply with federal and state prevailing wage rates, drug-free workplace requirements, and applicable licensing and safety regulations. The contract is contingent on sufficient funds being appropriated by the California Budget Act for each fiscal year.