Well 133 Casing Rehabilitation and Cleaning

The Rancho California Water District is soliciting sealed bids from qualified California Class C-57 Well Drilling Contractors for the cleaning and rehabilitation of Well 133, located at 27987 Pauba Road, Temecula, California. The scope of work includes mobilization, removal and inspection of the pump assembly, downhole video inspections, mechanical wire brushing, high-pressure screen cleaning, chemical treatment, dual-swab airlifting, zone pumping, bottom-sump cleaning, and well disinfection. The project has an estimated cost of $195,000.00 and must be completed within 60 calendar days of a written order. Notably, casing repairs and pump reinstallation are excluded from the base scope and require prior written authorization from the District. To be eligible, bidders must hold a C-57 Well Drilling Contractor License in good standing and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the total bid amount. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via PlanetBids by November 24, 2026, and provide a bid guarantee of at least 10% of the total bid amount. The contractor is required to comply with California State Labor Code prevailing wage requirements and ensure all drinking water treatment chemicals and components meet NSF/ANSI/CAN 60 and 61 standards. Final acceptance is contingent upon the submission of comprehensive documentation, including video files, survey reports, and detailed field logs.