Description
This solicitation establishes an on‑call, unit‑price contract for natural‑gas pipeline construction, repair, replacement, abandonment, and related emergency services throughout the City of Long Beach, Port of Long Beach, and Signal Hill. The contract is competitively awarded, with a maximum value of $3 million and a potential five‑year term (one‑year base plus up to four extensions). Bidders must hold a valid California Class A General Engineering Contractor license, provide extensive gas‑pipeline experience, and post a 5 % bid bond (minimum $150 k). Performance and payment bonds equal to 100 % of the contract price, and comprehensive insurance and prevailing‑wage compliance are required. Key compliance items include the Equal Benefits Ordinance, federal debarment certification, and strict safety and environmental standards.
• Scope covers steel‑main and PE‑main installation, replacement, abandonment, and service‑line work (including HDD and open‑trench methods).
• Mandatory pre‑bid conference on 29 Oct 2026; questions due 6 Nov 2026; bid deadline 25 Nov 2026.
• Contractor must provide $6.82 M surety bonds (material & performance) for related contracts, meet OSHA/49 CFR Part 192 safety standards, and submit detailed subcontractor lists.