Las Palmas and Laguna Pump Stations Emergency Generator Sets

Sealed proposals are being solicited for the installation of emergency generator sets at the Las Palmas and Laguna Pump Stations in Fullerton, California, under solicitation number 53024. The procurement is managed by the City of Fullerton’s Public Works-Engineering Department, with responses required to be submitted electronically through the OpenGov Procurement Portal no later than 8:00 PM on May 26, 2026. The project is classified under NAICS code 237990 and involves the delivery, installation, and commissioning of generator sets in accordance with detailed mechanical and electrical drawings, manufacturer specifications, and applicable state and local codes, including the California Electrical Code and National Electrical Code. All equipment must be delivered to the jobsite in original, unopened packaging, with delivery contingent upon approval of all submittals, and field dimensions must be verified prior to shipment. Compliance with OSHA, Cal OSHA, and ANSI standards is mandatory for all aspects of installation, marking, and safety. Contractors are required to obtain and maintain a valid City business license and a Public Right-of-Way Construction and Encroachment Permit throughout the project duration, with failure to do so resulting in withholding of progress payments. A comprehensive set of insurance and bond requirements must be fulfilled within 21 calendar days of award, including $2 million per occurrence commercial general liability insurance, $2 million business automobile liability coverage, workers’ compensation, pollution liability insurance, and both performance and labor and material bonds. Change orders must be formally protested in writing within 15 days of issuance, or they are deemed accepted. Inspection and acceptance occur at the jobsite and are subject to strict adherence to manufacturer warranty terms, industry standards such as ASTM and UL, and quality requirements mandating the best grade of materials and workmanship available. Contractors must also submit a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan, as-constructed drawings, and ensure removal of all temporary markings post-construction. All documentation must be submitted via the online portal, with no physical or email submissions permitted, and questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted no later than five working days prior to the bid deadline. No contract value or pricing details are available in the provided documents, and no evaluation factors, socioeconomic set-asides, or formal FAR clauses are specified. Point of contact for technical inquiries is Julio Venegas, Senior Civil Engineer – Water, and administrative support is provided by Kathryn Berumen.