Catch Basin Storm Drain Cleaning And Service

The City of San Buenaventura is soliciting proposals for the cleaning and servicing of approximately 2,150 city-owned or maintained catch basins to ensure compliance with Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit obligations. The scope of work involves removing debris and sediment using mechanical means or hand labor, cleaning trash devices with approved dry methods, replacing damaged placards, and transporting waste to the City maintenance yard. Services are scheduled twice annually, with a full cleaning and inspection of all basins from August 1 to October 31, and a subset of approximately 850 basins from April 1 to May 30. The contract has an initial term of one year, with the option for four additional one-year increments, not to exceed five years in total. Proposals are due by August 25, 2026, and must be submitted as both a sealed hard copy and a PDF electronic copy. Award selection is based on best fit and best value, with weighted evaluation factors including contractor capability (30%), reference evaluation (30%), cost of service (30%), and proposal quality (10%). Requirements for the selected contractor include adherence to Cal/OSHA safety standards, compliance with Ventura County prevailing wage rates, and the provision of specific liability insurance with an AM Best rating of at least A:VII. Payment for undisputed invoices will be made within 30 days of receipt. Bidders seeking small local business preference must provide the required certification as part of their submission.