Description
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a contractor to provide full dry‑dock maintenance and repair services for the Real McCoy II ferry operating in Solano County. The scope includes mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, structural, painting, safety, and certification work, as well as towing the vessel to and from a contractor’s dry‑dock facility. All labor, materials, equipment, disposal, and incidentals must be supplied, and the work must be completed within 45 calendar days of start. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of dry‑dock experience, possess ABS‑certified welders, and meet extensive regulatory and insurance requirements.
• Comprehensive refurbishment of propulsion, hydraulic, electrical, and hull systems, including engine replacement, propeller servicing, and marine‑grade painting.
• Required certifications: ABS welding, US Coast Guard COI, lead‑paint compliance, and various safety/occupational certifications.
• Mandatory bonding and insurance (bid bond ≥10 % for bids ≥$484 k; payment bond 100 % of contract) plus small‑business/DVBE preferences and penalties/incentives tied to the 45‑day schedule.