BONITA SCHOOL DRINKING WATER IMPROVEMENTS

The Bonita School Drinking Water Improvements project, solicitation number 2627-08-AG, is a construction contract issued by the Purchasing Department of the Santa Maria-Bonita School District in California. The scope of work involves the installation of an 8,100-foot long 2-inch diameter HDPE pipeline with 8-inch steel casing in specific areas, along with associated appurtenances and improvements. Key activities include connecting the new pipeline to the existing potable water system at the school, replacing interior and exterior lead service lines, and demolishing existing infrastructure, including the connection between the potable water system and the well water storage tank. The project is located at Bonita Elementary School and extends along Bonita School Road, Hwy 166, and Black Road. Bidders must be prequalified via PlanetBids by November 10, 2026, and a 10 percent bid bond is required. The response deadline for the solicitation is December 14, 2026. Construction is restricted to the months of November through February, with on-site school work specifically scheduled during winter break. Working hours are 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. The contractor is responsible for obtaining Caltrans and County of Santa Barbara encroachment permits and must adhere to strict environmental and safety requirements, including a pre-construction survey for the California red-legged frog and the implementation of a Site Management Plan if contaminants are detected. Payment is structured on a percent-complete basis using lump sum amounts for specific bid items, including mobilization, traffic control, and pipeline connections. All piping and fittings must be NSF 61 compliant and meet City of Santa Maria standards. The contract also emphasizes Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goals, requiring a Good Faith Effort process if goals cannot be met. Final acceptance is overseen by the Owner's Representative, and the contractor must provide signed and sealed engineering calculations from a California licensed professional engineer ensuring a factor of safety of at least 4 against pipe buckling.