Project 11694.Chiller and Pump Replacement Chula Vista.Contract 26-331938

The State of California is seeking a qualified contractor to replace two 245‑ton water‑cooled chillers and four associated pumps at the Veterans Affairs facility in Chula Vista, including all related piping, valves, variable‑frequency drives, and power distribution. The contract requires providing a temporary chilled‑water system to maintain continuous operation during construction, developing an approved phasing plan for utility shutdowns, and delivering full testing, commissioning, and as‑built documentation. The project is a lump‑sum, fixed‑price construction contract with a 427‑day schedule, mandatory pre‑bid site inspection, and stringent compliance requirements (prevailing‑wage, DVGE participation, CRC for diesel fleet vehicles, GenAI notification, and Russian sanctions). • Replace two 245‑ton chillers and four pumps with associated mechanical/electrical components. • Install temporary air‑cooled chiller plant to keep the VA home operational during the retrofit. • Provide performance/payment bonds (100 % of contract price), insurance, and adhere to $2,100 per day liquidated‑damages clause. • Must meet California B‑license classification, DVBE participation (minimum 3 %), and submit a 10 % bid bond.