The State of California’s Department of Developmental Services is soliciting competitive sealed bids for annual hazardous‑material abatement services at the Porterville Developmental Center. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, permits, waste disposal, and related services to remove asbestos‑containing material (ACM), lead‑based paint (LBP), and mold‑contaminated materials (MCCM) on an as‑needed basis through the fiscal year. The award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder that meets licensing, bonding, insurance, and regulatory compliance requirements. Mandatory site inspection on April 28 2026 is required for bid eligibility, and bids must be received by May 12 2026. The contract includes performance and payment bonds, a 10 % bid bond, prevailing‑wage compliance, and a one‑year workmanship guarantee.
• Scope: ACM, LBP, and MCCM removal, including containment, air monitoring, hazardous‑waste handling, and disposal.
• Requirements: C‑22 contractor license, 100 % performance & payment bonds, insurance (≥ $1 M), 10 % bid bond, small‑business preference filing, and extensive daily reporting/record‑keeping.
• Timeline: Mandatory pre‑bid site visit 4/28/2026, bid deadline 5/12/2026, work to be performed through June 30 2026 (FY 26/27).