Electrical Retrofit Of Bayfront Parking Structure

The San Diego Unified Port District is soliciting bids for the electrical retrofit of the Bayfront Parking Structure located at 1 Park Blvd., San Diego, California. This single prime contract involves the demolition and removal of existing non-LED lighting and the installation of new LED lighting fixtures and light poles. The project is structured into a Base Bid covering the first floor, seventh floor, and all stairwells, with five additive bid schedules for the second through sixth floors. To ensure the facility remains operational, the contractor must execute the work in phases, maintaining at least 80 percent of the building floor available for public access at all times. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who meets eligibility requirements and provides a statement of experience detailing at least two similar projects involving electrical equipment testing and commissioning. Bidders must submit electronic proposals by 2:00 P.M. on December 1, 2026, including bid security and longhand signatures. Requirements include adherence to prevailing wage laws, equal employment opportunity clauses, and the provision of faithful performance and labor and materialmen's bonds. Technical specifications require compliance with NETA ATS 2025 standards for electrical power equipment testing and the use of an independent testing agency. All materials must be stored in original manufacturer packaging and labeled according to UL 514A and UL 514C standards. The contractor is responsible for maintaining ADA parking continuity and emergency vehicle access throughout the project. Final payment is based on the percentage of work completed, and the District may withhold up to 150 percent of the value of any incomplete or corrective work identified during the final inspection and punch list process.