Vista Continuation High School Modernization: Building Insulation

Kern High School District is requesting bids for thermal and acoustical blanket insulation for the Vista Continuation High School Modernization project (Bid No. 6924), with bids due October 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PDT and a mandatory pre-bid meeting and job walk on October 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. PDT at the job trailer, 200 P Street, Bakersfield, California.

Scope includes fiberglass and mineral wool batts, roll insulation, and semi-rigid board insulation for the building envelope and interior assemblies, complete with vapor retarders, facings, adhesives, mechanical fasteners, and accessories. A valid California Class C-2 contractor license is required. Prequalification of the prime contractor and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing subcontractors is mandatory, with prequalification questionnaires and financial statements due ten business days prior to bid opening and formal prequalification announcement required five business days before opening.

The estimated bid value is $396,041.64. The project duration is 490 calendar days with completion timelines defined in the Construction Manager's Construction Schedule. Bids must include line items and lump sum pricing in paper format. Bid, payment, and performance bonds are required at 10 percent, 100 percent, and 100 percent respectively. Liquidated damages are set at $2,000 per calendar day for failure to meet completion deadlines or milestone requirements.

Prevailing wage requirements as established by the Department of Industrial Relations apply. Comprehensive general liability insurance with limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate is required, along with workers' compensation and other specified coverages. Contractors must furnish certified payroll records weekly using the eCPR system.

Plans and specifications are available at no cost to registered prospective bidders through Blueprint Services Company, 1100 18th Street, Bakersfield, (661) 327-2501, or via PDF download at the PlanetBids portal. Contact Kristan McWhorter at 661-827-3208 or kristan_mcwhorter@kernhigh.org with inquiries.