West Elevator Improvements At B Street Cruise Ship Terminal

The San Diego Unified Port District is soliciting bids for West Elevator Improvements at the B Street Cruise Ship Terminal under solicitation number 20260804035, with a response deadline of September 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time. The project involves comprehensive construction work including demolition, electrical system upgrades, elevator pit modifications, and elevator installation, with an explicit allowance of $50,000 for related work; however, the total contract value remains unconfirmed due to incomplete pricing on other line items. Performance is mandated at the terminal site in San Diego, California, with all work subject to strict adherence to NFPA 70, UL standards, ICC-ES reports, and ASTM specifications for seismic restraints, epoxy anchors, and electrical labeling. Contractors must possess a valid TWIC for terminal access, implement a detailed Contractor Security and Safety Plan, and ensure all personnel undergo security training and are escorted if lacking credentialing. Daily access lists and weekly security briefings are required, with noncompliance potentially triggering daily fines up to $25,000 and work stoppages. The award is expected to follow a Low-Price Technically Acceptable model, where technical compliance serves as a threshold and price determines selection, with no trade-off evaluation between cost and performance. Offerors must register in SAM, provide a bid bond, submit certifications including the SBE Sub-Participation Form if applicable, and comply with false claims and fleet regulations. Electronic bids are mandatory through the PlanetBids portal, with a hard copy delivered to the Procurement Services Department. Invoicing must be submitted electronically to eng_invoices@portofsandiego.org using specific forms, and payment is processed internally without integration into federal systems. All electrical components must be labeled per UL 969 with durable, UV- and chemical-resistant materials using standardized color codes, and no barcoding or military standards are required. The District retains full inspection and acceptance authority on site, with formal acceptance triggered by the recording of a Notice of Completion, and requires contractor warranties, maintenance manuals, and record drawings as deliverables.