Building Modifications for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bus Maintenance

This Invitation for Bid (IFB 2027‑01) seeks a qualified contractor to perform building modifications at the Victor Valley Transit Authority (VVTA) maintenance facility in Hesperia, CA, to support the addition of 13 hydrogen fuel‑cell buses. The work includes sourcing and installing hydrogen detection equipment, minor demolition of existing sensor systems, and completing upgrades in accordance with NFPA and local fire‑department requirements. The contract is a lump‑sum award for an estimated 180‑day period, with a bid submission deadline of 19 Nov 2026 and an anticipated award in January 2027. Bidders must be registered with California’s Department of Industrial Relations, provide prevailing‑wage compliance, and submit a bid bond of at least 10 % of the total bid. • Scope: supply and install hydrogen detection sensors, perform related demolition, and verify compliance with fire‑safety codes. • Location: 17150 Smoke Tree St., Hesperia, CA 92345 (VVTA maintenance building). • Contract type: Lump‑sum, $‑valued construction contract (estimated $0.5‑$1.5 M). • Period of performance: 180 days, starting upon award. • Mandatory registrations: California DIR, prevailing‑wage, SBA‑94 (if applicable). • Pre‑bid conference (non‑mandatory): 27 Oct 2026, 10:00 AM PDT, Room A‑104, same address. • Submission: one hard‑copy sealed bid and one electronic copy via publicpurchase.com; bid bond ≥10 % required.