Sewer Maintenance and Repair Services

This solicitation issued by the County of San Mateo’s Department of Public Works, Facilities Services Division, seeks proposals for comprehensive sewer maintenance and repair services. The scope encompasses pumping and cleaning grease traps, holding tanks, and septic tanks; jet cleaning sewer lines; inspecting and maintaining lift stations; and providing emergency plumbing services across various County-owned facilities within a 50-mile radius of Redwood City, California. The contractor is required to maintain a local operational business, respond to emergencies within one hour, and provide on-site service within four hours. All waste removal must comply with applicable regulations and be properly documented. Performance standards mandate removal of at least 95% of residues in grease traps and holding tanks, complete cleaning of septic tanks, and thorough maintenance and inspection of sewer infrastructure, including specific acceptance criteria verified by County representatives. The contract term is five years, employing a best-value trade-off award methodology equally weighting firm qualifications and price. While pricing details are to be submitted by proposers, no preset prices or estimates are included in the solicitation. Contractors must submit detailed technical reports within five days post-service, maintain required permits, and warrant all work for one year. Compliance with County health ordinances and state/federal regulations is mandatory. The solicitation emphasizes organizational integrity, requiring certification related to campaign contributions under the Levine Act, ongoing SAM registration compliance, and proper licensing for waste handling. Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format by May 20, 2026. This contract arrangement entails an indefinite quantity/requirements approach with task orders issued as needed, with all work inspected and accepted on-site by County-appointed personnel.