As-Needed Plumbing Maintenance Services

Valley Water is seeking qualified contractors to provide on-call plumbing maintenance services across facilities throughout Santa Clara County. The contract encompasses a broad range of plumbing services, including preventative maintenance, diagnostic troubleshooting, repairs, and emergency response, with a focus on piping, fixtures, drain cleaning, sewer inspections, backflow testing, leak detection, water heater and sump pump maintenance. Contractors must possess a valid California C-36 Plumbing Contractor license, be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations, and demonstrate at least seven years of institutional plumbing experience. The scope requires the ability to respond to emergencies within two hours and deliver detailed service reports, photographic documentation, and warranty support. The contract size ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000, with a response deadline of October 30, 2025. The bidding process involves a detailed pricing schedule that requires contractors to submit fully burdened rates for various plumbing services, including labor during regular hours, after hours, weekends, and holidays, as well as charges for equipment and additional services. Insurance requirements are strict, mandating comprehensive coverage for general liability, auto liability, workers' compensation, and pollution liability, with proper documentation and endorsements to be maintained throughout the contract duration. The contractual framework is supported by a public works contract template that specifies scope, project timelines, permit and compliance obligations, provisions for change orders, and termination clauses. Overall, the contract aims to ensure high-quality, responsive plumbing maintenance services through a qualified and insured contractor capable of addressing both routine and emergency plumbing needs across multiple facilities.