California State University, Northridge JOC PW2506

The contract is a competitively bid Job Order Contract (JOC) issued by California State University, Northridge (CSUN), identified as Solicitation Number 0000037451. It is structured as a firm fixed price, indefinite quantity contract with a maximum value of $2,000,000 and an option to increase up to $3,000,000, with a 12-month term or until the maximum contract value is reached, whichever occurs first. The scope encompasses a broad range of repair, alteration, modernization, maintenance, rehabilitation, demolition, and construction tasks on infrastructure, buildings, structures, or other real property on the CSUN campus. Work under the JOC will be executed by purchase orders referencing pre-established unit prices. The contractor awarded under this solicitation must supply all labor, materials, equipment, management, and documentation necessary to complete the assigned tasks. Bidders must undergo both technical and financial prequalification by January 27, 2026, and submit bids electronically via PlanetBids by February 20, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for January 12, 2026, and bid security of $25,000 is required. The solicitation allows for the award of up to two contracts to the two lowest responsive bidders, with awards made no later than 60 days after bid opening. Contractors must hold a valid “B” General Building Contractor license and be registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) per SB 854 requirements before bidding. The contract mandates a minimum 3% participation goal for Disadvantaged Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE). Performance and payment bonds equivalent to the contract's maximum value must be secured. Contract administration will be overseen by Jenni Cox, who serves as the primary point of contact. The contract lacks in-depth disclosure of inspection, acceptance, or invoicing details and does not include a breakdown of FAR clauses, relying instead on CSU General Conditions and referenced specification books applicable to JOC repair and construction work. Award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable bidder, emphasizing compliance with commercial, regulatory, and procedural requirements.