26YS0058 - Supplemental Water Treatment Operator Services

The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) is soliciting an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for supplemental water treatment operator services at the Rector Reservoir Water Treatment Plant in Napa, California. The contractor will provide temporary and relief staffing on an as-needed basis to fill vacancies or substitute for employees on extended leave. Key responsibilities include daily water treatment testing, analysis, dosage determination, operation of mechanical equipment such as pumps and chlorinators, and the preparation of daily logs to meet CDPH requirements. The contract period runs from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2029. To qualify, operators must hold a T-2 or above license from the State Water Resources Control Board and possess at least three years of documented experience in a water treatment plant producing potable water. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on a rate sheet covering regular, overtime, and holiday hours. Special preferences are available for certified Small Business (SB) and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) entities, with a specific tie-breaking preference favoring DVBEs. Contractors must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and adhere to the policies of the Veterans Home, the State of California Regional Water Quality Control Board, and applicable federal requirements.