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Valve Maintenance Skid and Upfit Services

Source scope cues include: Department of General Services; planetbids.com/portal/48397/portal; with PlanetBids is also available by using the information below.; Addenda as instructed in the PlanetBids procurement portal.; by PlanetBids at the time of the Bid submittal due date.; automatically by PlanetBids on the Bid Submittal Due Date.; the Contract specifications and related data as previously accepted by Valley Water.; will be provided as an addendum and posted in PlanetBids.; written Addenda issued in PlanetBids.; as an uploaded attachment in PlanetBids requesting a review of Exceptions.; " All requests for "or equals" shall be submitted through PlanetBids.; additional data or product information to substantiate the alternative product.; Contractor has the burden of proof that the delay was beyond its control.; or Excel) and located as separate documents in PlanetBids.; computerized controllers and preventive maintenance software like VITALS.; waterproof connectors; hydraulics are leak-tight JIC or O- ring face.; Are you licensed to do business in California?.

BID WITH CAUTION 6 red flags detected : Broad Indemnification

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Scope summary

Source scope cues include: Department of General Services; planetbids.com/portal/48397/portal; with PlanetBids is also available by using the information below.; Addenda as instructed in the PlanetBids procurement portal.; by PlanetBids at the time of the Bid submittal due date.; automatically by PlanetBids on the Bid Submittal Due Date.; the Contract specifications and related data as previously accepted by Valley Water.; will be provided as an addendum and posted in PlanetBids.; written Addenda issued in PlanetBids.; as an uploaded attachment in PlanetBids requesting a review of Exceptions.; " All requests for "or equals" shall be submitted through PlanetBids.; additional data or product information to substantiate the alternative product.; Contractor has the burden of proof that the delay was beyond its control.; or Excel) and located as separate documents in PlanetBids.; computerized controllers and preventive maintenance software like VITALS.; waterproof connectors; hydraulics are leak-tight JIC or O- ring face.; Are you licensed to do business in California?.

Submission deadline

2025-04-21

Red flag teaser

6 red flags detected including Broad Indemnification.

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6 found

Broad Indemnification

high

…ition to the warranties and indemnities provided elsewhere in this Contract, the Contractor agrees that it will, at its own expense, indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Valley Water and its directors, officers, employees, and agents against all demands, liabilities, damages, expenses, suits and proceedings that are based on any claim that the services, software, materials or equipment, or any pa

Liquidated Damages

high

…........... 22 2.8 INSURANCE ................................................................................................ 23 2.9 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES ............................................................................. 23 2.10 NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT [NOT USED] ....................................... 23 2.11 BID GUARANTEE ...............................................................

Subcontractor Pre-Approval Required

high

…tors, just as it is for the acts and omissions of persons directly employed by the Contractor. The Contractor shall not, without the prior written consent Valley Water, substitute any Subcontractor in place of any previously-approved subcontractor. When a portion of the work which has been subcontracted by the Contractor is not being performed in a manner satisfactory to Valley Water, the Subcont

Time is of the Essence / Strict Completion Deadline

high

…'s Project Manager, a work schedule and a summary of materials to be used in the performance of this project. 2.9 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE IN THIS CONTRACT. The Contractor shall pay to Valley Water the sum of $100.00 per day for each and every calendar day that the Contractor fails to provide the services as specified in the Scope and Specifications within the period set forth in

MBE/WBE/DBE Participation Requirement

medium

…on, or marital status in the award and administration of contracts that it awards. It is the intention of Valley Water to create a level playing field on which DBEs can compete fairly for contracts and subcontracts relating to Valley Water's construction, procurement, and professional service activities in accordance with Valley Water's DBE goals. Valley Water | ITB Services Notice Inviting Bids

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All deadlines table

4 dates
ItemDue
2:00 p.m. Pacific on 2025-04-21
Pre-Bid Video Conference via Reference Section 2.3 2025-04-17
Valley Water Response to Electronic Notification – On or around 2025-04-23
Bid Submittal Due Electronic Submittal 2025-04-30

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Required certifications checklist

13 items
  • Complete bid/proposal form
  • Attach certificate of insurance
  • Include contractor license information
  • Acknowledge all addenda
  • Confirm mandatory pre-bid meeting or site visit attendance
  • Include W-9 or taxpayer information
  • Include references or past project experience
  • Include safety documents if required

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