Underground Fuel Tank Removal

The Department of State Hospitals (DSH) at Atascadero State Hospital has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a comprehensive Underground Fuel Tank Removal project located at 10333 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to perform complete underground fuel tank removal, which includes specific tasks such as saw-cutting, excavation, shoring, backfill, electrical and piping removal, disposal, and resurfacing. Contractors must possess a California A - General Engineering license and comply with specific safety and security requirements typical of a state hospital environment. The project is scheduled for completion by December 31, 2025, with a contract term from June 20, 2025, to December 31, 2025. Key procurement dates include a mandatory bidder's conference on June 2, 2025, at 10:00 am, a bid submission deadline of June 10, 2025, at 2:00 pm, and a public bid opening on June 11, 2025, at 9:00 am. Bid evaluation will focus on responsiveness, responsibility, and potential preferences, with the intent to award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The contract includes specific set-aside and preference requirements, notably a mandatory 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation minimum, with potential incentives for additional DVBE participation. A small business preference of 5% is available for certified small businesses or non-small businesses that subcontract at least 25% of the bid amount. The project is classified as a public works contract, requiring prevailing wage rates and DIR registration for contractors. An unforeseen allowance of $50,000 is included in the project scope. While no incumbent vendors are specified, the project involves removing existing underground infrastructure at the Atascadero State Hospital. Contractors must be prepared to work within the unique operational constraints of a state hospital environment and adhere to all required safety and security protocols. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the inclusion of a $50,000 unforeseen allowance suggests flexibility in project funding and potential complexity in the removal and replacement process.