Clearwater Building - Exterior Stair Replacement CIP 9671

The City of Paramount is soliciting bids for the removal and replacement of the exterior staircase at the Clearwater Building located at 16401 Colorado Ave, Paramount, California. The scope of work includes the demolition of the existing staircase, construction of a new PCC foundation for a prefabricated staircase, installation of the prefabricated stairs, and the construction of 4-inch PCC sidewalks and ADA-compliant ramps. The project requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor, materials, and equipment, while ensuring site maintenance and traffic control. All work must be completed within twenty-five working days from the Notice to Proceed, with working hours defined as Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. A warranty of at least one year is required following project acceptance. The contract will be awarded to the lowest qualifying bidder. Bidders must be licensed under the California Business and Professions Code and submit sealed informal bids to the City Clerk by 11:00 AM on November 10, 2026. Compliance with the California Labor Code is mandatory, requiring the payment of prevailing wages for public works. For projects exceeding 25,000 dollars, the contractor must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price from a California admitted surety. The project is subject to the Paramount Municipal Code, including potential debarment for false claims, and must adhere to strict grading and compaction tolerances as specified in the contract documents.