Marina Electrical Infrastructure Equipment Replacement

The City of Santa Barbara General Services Division is soliciting bids for the Marina Electrical Infrastructure Equipment Replacement project located at 307 Shoreline Dr., Santa Barbara, California. The scope of work involves the replacement of distribution panels, a transformer, a switchboard, and a subpanel, as well as equipment grounding, concrete work, and the installation of a complete power system including conduit, wiring, and circuit breakers. All electrical work must adhere to the 2020 California Electric Code and local ordinances. The project is scheduled to begin on November 1, 2026, and must be completed by March 30, 2027. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with delivery time, payment discounts, and relevant experience—particularly with the City of Santa Barbara—serving as additional evaluation factors. Bidders must hold a valid California B-General or C-10 Electrical/C-8 Concrete contractor license and have attended the mandatory pre-bid meeting held on August 10, 2026. For bids exceeding 25,000 dollars, 100 percent performance and payment bonds are required. Comprehensive insurance coverage is mandatory, including Commercial General Liability of 2 million dollars, Automobile Liability of 1 million dollars, and Pollution/Asbestos Liability of 2 million dollars. Submissions must be uploaded via the PlanetBids portal by August 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Required documentation includes the bid form, experience statement, job classifications, non-collusion declaration, and certifications regarding insurance and debarment. The contractor must provide a one-year warranty on work and comply with ADA Title II accessibility requirements and California Labor Code non-discrimination provisions. Payment terms are Net 30, and the City reserves the right to inspect materials through random sampling and commercial laboratory testing to ensure quality standards are met.