Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs) Cleaning Services

The contract pertains to the provision of cleaning services for Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs) at the Donald Von Raesfeld Power Plant in Santa Clara, California, under the solicitation RFB 25-26-03. The City of Santa Clara, acting through Silicon Valley Power, seeks qualified contractors to perform routine and specialized cleaning of HRSGs to maintain optimal thermal efficiency, reduce backpressure, and prolong equipment lifespan. The scope of work involves high-pressure water jetting, pre-cleaning inspections, adherence to OEM specifications, and compliance with safety and environmental standards, with services primarily conducted within the city limits. The contract is structured for an initial five-year term with potential extensions up to ten years, with project sizes estimated between 500,000 and 1.5 million dollars. Bidders are required to submit comprehensive proposals including detailed pricing, insurance coverage, labor compliance documentation, and references demonstrating relevant experience. The bid process emphasizes firm fixed pricing for at least two years of the initial term, along with detailed labor rates for various work conditions. The contract incorporates standard legal and safety provisions, including mandatory insurance policies, prevailing wage requirements, and labor law compliance. The agreement template, along with bid forms, qualification questionnaires, and experience statements, ensures that selected contractors possess the necessary technical expertise, safety records, and financial stability to perform the work reliably. The procurement process is managed through a structured timeline, with key dates for bid submission, pre-bid conference, and final acceptance, culminating in a formal agreement upon successful bid evaluation and project completion.