Washington Street Building Remodel Project

Tuolumne County is seeking bids for the Washington Street Building Remodel Project through an Invitation for Bid (IFB #IFB-2023-0120) to transform a 5,515 sq. ft. building located at 60 North Washington Street in downtown Sonora into office space for the County's Public Defender's Office. The project involves comprehensive interior renovations including demolishing and creating walls, installing doors and hardware, creating accessible restrooms, and upgrading ceiling, lighting, signage, painting, and flooring. Bidders must possess a Class B Contractor's License and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. A mandatory site inspection is scheduled for January 18, 2024, at 10:00 AM, and sealed bids must be submitted electronically or in hard copy by 3:00 PM on January 30, 2024. The contract term is 180 calendar days, with the County awarding the contract to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder within 60 days of bid opening. Evaluation criteria include compliance with all bid requirements, contractor qualifications, and bid pricing. Written questions about the project must be submitted by January 22, 2024, at 3:00 PM using the provided Request for Information (RFI) submission form.

The procurement allows for subcontractors, with a requirement to list all subcontractors performing work valued at more than 0.5% of the total contract amount. Bidders must provide comprehensive subcontractor details, including license and DIR registration numbers. A bidder's bond of at least 10% is required for bids over $25,000, and payment and performance bonds will be necessary for contracts exceeding $25,000. Prevailing wage rates apply, and all contractors and subcontractors must comply with labor compliance requirements, including monthly certified payroll records. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the bid documents emphasize equal employment opportunity and small business considerations. The project includes two additive alternates: exterior pressure washing and painting, and replacing the entrance canopy. Though a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the renovation and the requirement for detailed bidding suggest a significant investment in upgrading the county's public defender facilities.