Description
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a contractor to provide on‑demand underground utility locating services for the Correctional Construction Mentorship (CCM) program at the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center. The contractor must locate, mark, and report all underground utilities to a depth of 12 feet, using APWA marking standards, and deliver digital and handwritten reports within tight turnaround times. The work is performed on a non‑IT, low‑price award basis with a total estimated budget of $75,000 and a two‑year contract term (Jan 1 2027 – Dec 31 2028). Bids are due electronically by September 8 2026, and the contract will be awarded after a public virtual bid opening.
• Scope: utility detection, marking, digital plot plans, hand‑written service reports, and a 90‑day guarantee on work.
• Requirements: valid CA business license, no tax delinquencies, compliance with security, TB testing, prevailing‑wage rules, and extensive documentation (rate sheet, certifications, insurance, technician references).
• Preferences: Small/Micro Business (5 % preference, up to $50 k) and DVBE (1‑5 % discount) can improve evaluation score.