Water Supply Well Repair Services in Kern and Inyo Counties

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Price Quote (IFPQ Number 09A1086) for Water Supply Well Repair Services targeting Kern and Inyo Counties, specifically covering Safety Roadside Rest Areas (SRRAs) in Boron and Coso Junction. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive water supply well maintenance, repair, and restoration services, which includes furnishing all necessary labor, equipment, vehicles, tools, parts, materials, permits, and incidentals. Key deliverables include inspection and testing of existing water supply well systems, removal and repair/replacement of submersible water pumps and associated systems, and potential well abandonment and installation. Contractors must possess a C-57 Well Drilling Contractor license and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. The solicitation requires written questions to be submitted by October 14, 2025, with price quote proposals due by October 21, 2025, and a proposed award date of October 25, 2025. The contract will commence on October 30, 2025, and expire on October 29, 2026, with services to be performed during normal business hours Monday through Friday.

The procurement is specifically targeted to certified Small Businesses (SB) or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE) registered with the Department of General Services. Total price quote proposals must not exceed $461,000, with bids above this amount being considered non-responsive. The contract includes provisions for prevailing wage compliance for work exceeding $15,000 and requires adherence to various state regulations, including organic waste recycling and employment standards. Contractors must also provide appropriate documentation, insurance, and bonding. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the solicitation emphasizes integration with existing roadside rest area water supply infrastructure. The procurement supports Caltrans' infrastructure maintenance objectives by ensuring reliable water supply systems at critical roadside locations in Kern and Inyo Counties, with a focused approach on efficient and compliant well repair and maintenance services.