Cathodic Protection Services For The State Water Project

The Department of Water Resources is soliciting bids for cathodic protection services for the State Water Project in California. The scope of work includes the testing, troubleshooting, installation, repair, and replacement of cathodic protection equipment, such as anode beds, rectifiers, and test stations, across multiple field divisions including Oroville, Delta, San Luis, San Joaquin, and Southern. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for providing remote monitoring and database integration using DWR-owned systems. The contract term is three years, with options to renew for three additional one-year terms. Bidders must hold Class A, C-10, or C-57 licenses and maintain a service shop within California. This is a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise set-aside solicitation requiring a minimum 3.0% DVBE commitment. Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable framework, following the application of statutory preferences for small businesses. Proposals must be submitted in both hardcopy and electronic formats via USB drive, with all subsequent project deliverables and invoices managed through the LOA Invoice Submittal Processor system. Key compliance requirements include adherence to state prevailing wage laws, recycled content certifications, and strict non-disclosure agreements regarding sensitive information. Contractors must also disclose any use of generative artificial intelligence in the performance of the work. Performance is monitored through Service Requests and Letters of Authorization, with final acceptance determined by the DWR Contract Manager based on industry standards and DWR-specific technical requirements.