Vista Continuation High School Modernization: Overhead Coiling Doors and Sectional Doors

Kern High School District is requesting sealed bids for electric motor-operated exterior coiling counter doors, electric motor-operated insulated slat interior overhead coiling doors, and electric motor-operated insulated glass panel exterior sectional doors at Vista Continuation High School in Bakersfield, California under Bid No. 6928, with bids due October 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Prequalification is mandatory for prime contractors and subcontractors holding C-61 and D-28 contractor license classifications, with prequalification questionnaires and financial statements due ten business days before bid opening.

The scope covers installation of three door types with specified motorization, insulation, and material requirements. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and job walk is scheduled for October 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the job site, 200 P Street, Bakersfield.

The estimated bid value is $109,003.64 as a lump-sum award. The overall modernization project comprises 29 separate bid packages with an anticipated total project duration of 490 calendar days. This is a prevailing wage project subject to California Department of Industrial Relations compliance, requiring certified weekly payroll submission at prevailing wage rates established by the state.

Insurance Requirements mandate $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate comprehensive general liability coverage. A 10% bid bond, 100% performance bond, and 100% payment bond are required. Liquidated damages are $2,000 per calendar day for failure to meet completion deadlines. Plans and specifications are available at no cost through Blueprint Service Company and via the Planet Bids portal online. Sealed bids are submitted to Kern High School District Business Services Department, 5801 Sundale Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93309.