IFB 26-0052 - Winterhaven BPS Generator Replacement (Imperial County)

The California Department of Food and Agriculture is seeking a qualified contractor to replace the existing propane‑fired generator at the Winterhaven Border Protection Station. The scope includes demolition of the existing generator, automatic transfer switch, panelboard and associated conduit, and installation of a new 20 kW/25 kVA propane generator with a 100 A ATS/panelboard, complete with all electrical wiring, grounding, control systems, and required testing. The contract is a firm‑price public‑works solicitation with mandatory pre‑bid site walkthroughs and a strict submission deadline. • Mandatory on‑site walk‑through required between 9/8‑9/11/2026 (10 AM each day). • Bidders must hold a C‑10 Electrical Contractor license and a C‑36 Plumbing Contractor license (or subcontractors with those licenses). • Full cost proposal required, including a 20 % contingency line, submitted by 9/30/2026 2 PM PT. • Contract period runs roughly from 17 Nov 2026 to 30 Jun 2027, with payment bond required if contract > $25 k.