SLED Opportunity · CALIFORNIA · SWEETWATER AUTHORITY
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Sweetwater Authority seeks bids for HVAC replacement at two water treatment plants in California, including removal, disposal, and installation of energy-efficient HVAC units with R-454B refrigerant. Compliance with prevailing wage laws and contractor registration required.
Sweetwater Authority (Authority) is a public water agency that provides water service to approximately 186,907 people in National City, Bonita and the western and central portions of Chula Vista, California. All provisions of law applicable to public contracts will be made part of the final contract to the same extent as though set forth herein and will be complied with by the successful Bidder.This Request for Quote (RFQ) is issued to cover the cost to Sweetwater Authority (Authority) for the removal and replacement of 2 (two) HVAC package units located on the rooftop of the Sweetwater Authority Desalination Facility, 3066 N 2nd Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910. The removal and replacement of 4 (four) Split System heat pump condensing units, 4 (four) heat pump Fan Coil Units located at the Sweetwater Authority Perdue Treatment Plant, 100 Lakeview Avenue, Spring Valley, CA 91977.Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals. This work entails:Desalination Facility, 3066 N 2nd Avenue, Chula Vista, CA. 91910;1. Remove and dispose of existing equipment according to EPA regulations.2. Supply and installation of 2 (two) new Carrier 4-Ton (or equal) rooftop HVAC electric package units with R-454B Refrigerant.3. Supply and installation of 2 (two) Transition curbs to adapt new equipment to the existing rooftop penetrations.4. Supply and install new digital programmable thermostat5. Supply and install new disconnect switch, fuses, and flex conduits for each HVAC package unit6. Lift equipment to and from rooftop by way of crane.7. Perform start up for proper operation.Contractor to provide:• Two Carrier (or equal) 4-ton commercial package heating ventilation and air condition units with R-454B Refrigerant Type• All units shall include Coastal Corrosion Coating• All units shall be provided with minimum 15 SEER energy efficient rating• Tonnage for each unit to match existing• Vendor to confirm that the existing roof curb mounts can be utilizedPerdue Treatment Plant, 100 Lakeview Ave. Spring Valley, CA. 91977;8. Remove and dispose of existing equipment according to EPA regulations.9. Supply and installation of 4 (four) new Carrier (or equal) Split System Heat Pump Condensing Units R-454B Refrigerant and 4 (four) new Carrier (or equal) Heat Pump Fan Coil Units.10. Flush the existing line set to prep for new refrigerant.11. Transition to existing line set and communication cable.12. Supply and installation of a new filter and rack.13. Transition to existing ductwork, electrical, and condensate drains.14. Supply and install new digital programmable thermostats15. Perform start up for proper operation.Contractor to provide:• One Carrier (or equal) 7.5-Ton Split System Heat Pump Condenser System with R-454B RefrigerantType• One Carrier (or equal) 7.5-Ton Heat Pump Fan Coil Unit• One Carrier (or equal) 5-Ton Split System Heat Pump Condenser System with R-454B RefrigerantType• One Carrier (or equal) 5-Ton Heat Pump Fan Coil Unit• Two Carrier (or equal) 3-Ton Split System Heat Pump Condenser System with R-454B RefrigerantType• Two Carrier (or equal) 3 Ton- Heat Pump Fan Coil Unit• All units shall be provided with minimum 15 SEER energy efficient rating• Tonnage for each unit to match existing• Vendor to confirm that the existing mounts can be utilized Pre-Bid Meeting Information: Yes Online Q&A: Yes Location Information: Department: Engineering and Operations Address: Sweetwater Authority Perdue Facility, 100 Lakeview Avenue Spring Valley, CA 91977 County: San Diego Other Details: PREVAILING WAGEAny contract entered into pursuant to this notice will incorporate the provisions of the State Labor Code. Compliance with the prevailing rates of wages and apprenticeship employment standards established by the California Department of Industrial Relations will be required. Copies of prevailing wage rates are on file and are available for inspection in the office of the Sweetwater Authority, Engineering Department, 505 Garrett Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910 or online at http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr. The successful bidder shall post a copy thereof at each job site. The Authority hereby places the Contractor and any subcontractors on notice of the penalty provisions of Labor Code Section 1775 for failure to comply with prevailing wage laws. Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771, prevailing wages do not apply to jobs under $1,000.PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION CERTIFICATIONPursuant to Labor Code Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, all contractors and subcontractors that wish to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, or enter into a contract to perform public work must be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). No bid will be accepted nor any contract entered into without proof of the contractor’s and subcontractors’ current registration with the Department of Industrial Relations to perform public work. If awarded a Contract, the Bidder and its subcontractors, of any tier, shall maintain active registration with the California Department of Industrial Relations for the duration of the Project. To this end, Bidder shall sign and submit with its Bid the Public Works Contractor Registration Certification on the form provided, attesting to the facts contained therein. Failure to submit this form may render the Bid non-responsive. In addition, each Bidder shall provide the registration number for each listed subcontractor in the space provided in the Designation of Subcontractors Form. Notes: QuestionsAll questions will be answered through PlanetBids only. Questions submitted via email directly to Sweetwater Authority staff pertaining to this solicitation will be ignored. Both questions and answers may be distributed, without identification of the inquirer(s).Bid AddendumsDo not rely on any oral or telephonic changes or modifications. All changes and modifications will be confirmed through PlanetBids.Quotations/ResponsesProposal must be submitted on preprinted forms supplied by the Authority; through PlanetBids. Additional information may be submitted with the proposal forms.Additional Information1. Evidence of Insurance2. List of Business References, 3 minimumRight to Waive or RejectThe Authority reserves the right to reject any or all proposals/bids or to waive any minor irregularities in any proposal/bid or in the bidding process. The Authority reserves the right to cancel, in whole or in part, this RFQ. This RFQ does not commit the Authority to award a contract, to defray any costs incurred in the preparation of a Quotation, or to procure or contract for work. This inquiry implies no obligation to buy. The right is reserved to accept all or part, or decline the whole. Do not quote on goods or services that you cannot supply or provide. When substitutes are allowed and offered, attach complete specifications. The Authority’s standard purchase order terms and conditions, copy attached hereto, will apply to any order(s) resulting from this quotation.TaxesPrices offered shall be inclusive of all applicable taxes.Bid ResultsBid results will not be given out over the phone or by email.AwardThis RFQ will be awarded in its entirety to the Bidder offering the most advantage bid in the Authority’s opinion.Contract DocumentsThe contract Documents will consist of this RFQ; the successful bidders completed and signed Bidder’s Response Form; and a Purchase Order from the Authority.Cancellation/TerminationSweetwater Authority reserves the right to cancel any contract resulting from this solicitation in its entirety at no cost except for services rendered and goods delivered and accepted upon a thirty (30) days’ written notice stating the reasons for termination. Termination is normally reserved for such reasons as unsatisfactory performance or changes in funding, scope, or needs of the Authority.Billing RequirementThe Authority expects to be invoiced upon completion of service. One invoice shall be issued that reflects the charges for all painting requirements.Invoices will be forwarded to:Sweetwater AuthorityAttn: Accounts Payables505 Garrett Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910Or via email Payables@sweetwater.orgPayment Terms: Invoices will be paid within thirty (30) days from date of acceptance of service or receipt of invoice whichever occurs later.
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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