26YS0058 - Supplemental Water Treatment Operator Labor Services

Solicitation 26YS0058 is an invitation for bids to provide as-needed temporary and relief water treatment operator services for the California Department of Veterans Affairs at the Rector Reservoir Water Treatment Plant in Napa, California. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, materials, and licensed personnel necessary to operate the plant in compliance with the Veterans Home Policies and Procedures, the California Department of Public Health, and the State Water Resources Control Board. Key operational duties include performing test analyses, conducting minor plumbing tasks, operating emergency generators, maintaining daily logs, and assisting with the procurement of chemicals and parts. The contract term is scheduled to run from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2029. The award will be granted to the lowest responsible bidder, with specific evaluation incentives provided for certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises and Small/Micro businesses. Qualified operators must possess at least three years of documented experience in potable water treatment plants and complete a mandatory three-day orientation. Bids must be submitted via email to Mohammad Sharif by November 6, 2026, and must include a completed rate sheet and all required certifications. Payment is processed monthly in arrears, and CalVet maintains the right to withhold payment for unacceptable services, providing the contractor a 15-day window to cure any identified deficiencies.