25-312368.FMD.Backflow

The State of California’s Department of General Services is seeking a qualified plumbing contractor to provide comprehensive backflow preventer services for Region II. The 36‑month contract covers preventive maintenance (annual testing, cleaning, and certification) and both foreseeable and unforeseeable repairs for backflow assemblies across eleven government buildings. Bidders must submit detailed unit‑rate cost sheets, maintain prevailing‑wage compliance, and meet a minimum 3 % Disabled‑Veteran Business Enterprise participation. The award will be based on the lowest responsive bid after applying small‑business and DVBE preferences. • Scope: Preventive testing, repairs, parts replacement, reporting, and a one‑year warranty for each backflow assembly. • Locations: Eleven facilities in Sacramento, Marysville, Red Bluff, and Stockton (e.g., Energy Commission Building, Calnet Building, Caltrans D3, etc.). • Requirements: C‑36 plumbing license, DIR registration, insurance, DVBE participation, and Generative AI disclosure. • Timeline: Posting 20 Aug 2026 → Walk‑throughs 31 Aug–8 Sep 2026 → Questions due 18 Sep 2026 → Bid deadline 30 Sep 2026 → Award notice 1 Oct 2026.