Description
The California Department of Water Resources is soliciting bids for comprehensive embedded piping services at its hydroelectric and related facilities throughout the State Water Project. The work includes inspection, testing, repair, replacement, refurbishment, installation, emergency response, hazardous‑material remediation, and training, with a mandatory 4‑hour emergency‑repair response time. The contract will be for an initial three‑year term with an option to renew for up to three additional years, and will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder after applying small‑business and DVBE preferences.
• Scope: inspection (borescope, NDT), hydrostatic testing, pipe repair/modification, emergency response, hazardous‑material handling, and on‑site training.
• Locations: primary field divisions at Oroville, Byron, and Gustine; occasional work at Bakersfield, Pearblossom, and any future DWR divisions.
• Requirements: DIR‑registered contractor, ASME pressure‑piping certification, 3 % DVBE participation (with incentive), safety/QC programs, bonds (10 % bidder’s bond; 100 % payment & performance bonds), and insurance coverage.
• Timeline: IFB posted Sep 9 2026, questions due Sep 16 2026, bid deadline Sep 28 2026, public opening Sep 29 2026, work to commence Dec 2026.