Opportunity
Bakersfield Planet bids #141609
Bakersfield Automated Weather Observation System Installation Solicitation
Posted
April 30, 2026
Respond By
May 21, 2026
Identifier
141609
NAICS
238210, 238290
The City of Bakersfield Public Works Department is seeking bids for the installation of a new automated weather observation system. - Government Buyer: - Public Works Department, City of Bakersfield - Products/Services Requested: - Installation of a new automated weather observation system - Includes locating and connecting existing conduits to a new base can - Installation of new L867 junction cans with lids - Laying new 2” PVC conduit - Installation of new #6 5KV THWN and #10 5KV electrical wiring - Placement of a new #6 counterpoise above the conduit - Installation of a 7.5 kVA, 120/980 step up and step down transformer - Quantities: - 1 complete automated weather observation system installation - Notable Requirements: - Contractors must hold a Class A and/or C-10 license - Liquidated damages of $1,000 per calendar day for project delays - Paper bid response required - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) are mentioned in the solicitation - Estimated Contract Value: - $615,800 - Project Duration: - 155 calendar days
Description
The solicitation is for the installation of a new automated weather observation system. The scope includes locating and tying existing conduits to a new base can, installing new L867 junction cans with lids, installing new 2” PVC conduit, new electrical wiring, a new counterpoise, and a 7.5 kVA transformer. The project requires Class A and/or C-10 licenses and has a duration of 155 calendar days. Liquidated damages are set at $1,000 per calendar day.