Opportunity
Porterville Publicpurchase #25/26-CP2018
Porterville Solicits Bids for Water Main Replacement and Concrete Improvements
Posted
May 05, 2026
Respond By
June 12, 2026
Identifier
25/26-CP2018
NAICS
237110, 238110
This opportunity involves the City of Porterville seeking bids for major water infrastructure and concrete improvements in the Putnam & Tomah area. - Government Buyer: - City of Porterville, Purchasing Agent - Products/Services Requested: - Replacement and installation of new 8-inch and 6-inch water mains along Tomah, Beverly, Putnam, and related streets - Concrete improvements as specified in project plans - All labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and services necessary for project completion - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contractors must be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations - Valid Class A General Engineering Contractor's license required - Compliance with prevailing wage and apprenticeship standards - 10% bid security required - Performance and labor/material bonds each equal to 100% of contract value - Option to deposit securities in lieu of retention - Strict non-discrimination policy adherence - Liquidated damages of $1,500 per day for late completion - Project must be completed within 45 working days from notice to proceed
Description
The City of Porterville is soliciting sealed bids for the Putnam & Tomah Area Concrete and Water Improvements Project, which involves furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and services for concrete improvements and replacement of existing water mains with new 8" and 6" water mains along Tomah, Beverly, Putnam, and related appurtenances as per project plans and specifications. Bids must be submitted by May 5, 2026, and include a bid security of 10% of the bid amount. Contractors must comply with state labor codes, prevailing wage rates, and be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations. The successful bidder will be required to provide performance and labor/material bonds equal to 100% of the contract value and complete the work within 45 working days from the notice to proceed.