Description
The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive chiller maintenance and incidental repair services for its facilities. The work includes routine start‑up and inspection, all‑inclusive preventive maintenance, semi‑annual and monthly service, non‑emergency and emergency repairs (both business‑hour and after‑hour), and the supply of refrigerant and parts. Bidders must submit a full bid package by July 1 2026, meet prevailing‑wage requirements, and satisfy mandatory certifications including DVBE participation, small‑business preferences, CUF, Darfur Act, civil‑rights, and contractor certification clauses. The contract runs three years (July 1 2026 – June 30 2029) and includes a 3 % minimum DVBE subcontracting goal with incentive discounts for higher participation.
• Scope covers full labor, tools, equipment, materials, oil, fluids, refrigerant, and parts for chiller systems.
• Mandatory certifications: DVBE (≥ 3 % participation), Small‑Business (5 % price preference), CUF, Darfur Act, Civil Rights, CCC 04/2017, Russia sanctions compliance, and GenAI disclosure.
• Submission must be emailed to the listed contact with exact subject line and body text; a non‑mandatory site walkthrough is scheduled for June 23 2026.