Description
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is soliciting bids for the Weed Fire Station Electrical Panel Upgrade project. The project involves providing all materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, taxes, transportation, and fees to procure and install electrical equipment for the Shasta-Trinity Unit (SHU) as described in the Sample Agreement, Exhibit A, Detailed Scope of Work, and Attachment 3, Plans. The project requires a mandatory pre-bid walk-through and written question submittal. The bidder must have a valid C10-Electrical Contractor or B-General Building Contractor license and a subcontractor with a C10-Electrical Contractor license. The project is subject to various regulations, including prevailing wage rates, workers' compensation, and insurance requirements. Key aspects of the project include:
* Replacement of the existing 200A main panel with a 400A panel
* Coordination with the power company for service upgrade
* Installation of a new single-phase, NEMA 3R 400A meter main panel
* Upgrade of the existing 100A panel serving the existing barracks to a 200A panel
* Installation of a new automatic transfer switch
* Compliance with various electrical codes and standards, including the 2022 California Electrical Code (CEC) and the National Electrical Code (NEC)
* Provision of equipment grounding conductors and dedicated grounded (neutral) conductors
* Installation of circuit breakers and disconnect switches
* Compliance with asbestos abatement regulations