The Department of State Hospitals is seeking bids for a contractor to provide 5-year fire sprinkler certification services in patient-occupied buildings. The contractor shall provide all necessary materials, supplies, tools, equipment, transportation, licenses, certifications, permits, prevailing wages, insurance, and personnel to perform the services. The term of the agreement is anticipated to be July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The contractor must have a minimum of five years' experience performing work of the same nature and type as outlined in the solicitation.
Some key points to consider include:
* The contractor must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and have a valid Contractors State License (C-16 Fire Protection Contractor).
* The contractor must provide proof of insurance, including commercial general liability, pollution liability, motor vehicle liability, professional liability, and workers' compensation.
* The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to prevailing wages, labor codes, and environmental protection.
* The contractor must provide a bid submission checklist, bidder's certification, minimum qualifications response, and other required documents.
* The contractor must attend a mandatory bidder's conference on March 5, 2026, to review the contract documents, scope of work, and security clearance procedures.