City of Ceres - Parkside Estates Water Main and Service Replacement - Project No. 2524 (2026)
City of CeresCity · Ceres, CA- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Josh Ramirez
- (209) 538-5792
The 30-second brief
The City of Ceres is inviting bids for the Parkside Estates Water Main and Service Replacement project, Project Number 2524. The work involves replacing aging water pipelines, water meters, valves, and hydrants within an area bordered by Fowler Road, Mitchell Road, Garrison Street, and Rose Avenue. Key scope items include installing 3,222 LF of 8-inch C900 water main, gate valves (6-inch, 8-inch, 10-inch), fire hydrant assemblies, 81 residential water service laterals, pressure testing, disinfection, surface restoration with 4" HMA and 6" aggregate base over 33,382 SF, and yard restoration. The engineer's estimate is $1,250,000 to $1,500,000. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM, and questions are due by October 16, 2026. Sealed bids are due by October 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Bidders must possess a California Class "A" contractor's license, DIR registration, and provide a 10% bid bond.
Install New 8-inch C900 Water Main, Install New 6-inch Gate Valve, Install New 8-inch Gate Valve, Install New 10-inch Gate Valve, Install New Reducers, Install New Tees, Install Fire Hydrant Assembly w/ Valve, Install 1-inch Residential Water Service Lateral, Disconnect from Existing Water System - Plug and Cap Existing Water Main, Connection to the Existing Water Main, Remove and Dispose Existing Fire Hydrant, Remove and Dispose Existing Meters and Meter Boxes, Fill Existing Water Valve Boxes, Pressure Testing and Disinfection, Surface Restoration (4" HMA/6" AB), Remove and Replace Cross Gutter, Yard Restoration
Base Bid Price, Lowest responsible bidder
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Summary
The City of Ceres is inviting bids for the Parkside Estates Water Main and Service Replacement project, Project Number 2524.
The work involves replacing aging water pipelines, water meters, valves, and hydrants within an area bordered by Fowler Road, Mitchell Road, Garrison Street, and Rose Avenue. Key scope items include installing 3,222 LF of 8-inch C900 water main, gate valves (6-inch, 8-inch, 10-inch), fire hydrant assemblies, 81 residential water service laterals, pressure testing, disinfection, surface restoration with 4" HMA and 6" aggregate base over 33,382 SF, and yard restoration. The engineer's estimate is $1,250,000 to $1,500,000. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM, and questions are due by October 16, 2026. Sealed bids are due by October 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Bidders must possess a California Class "A" contractor's license, DIR registration, and provide a 10% bid bond.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Base Bid Price, Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Install New 8-inch C900 Water Main, Install New 6-inch Gate Valve, Install New 8-inch Gate Valve, Install New 10-inch Gate Valve, Install New Reducers, Install New Tees, Install Fire Hydrant Assembly w/ Valve, Install 1-inch Residential Water Service Lateral, Disconnect from Existing Water System - Plug and Cap Existing Water Main, Connection to the Existing Water Main, Remove and Dispose Existing Fire Hydrant, Remove and Dispose Existing Meters and Meter Boxes, Fill Existing Water Valve Boxes, Pressure Testing and Disinfection, Surface Restoration (4" HMA/6" AB), Remove and Replace Cross Gutter, Yard Restoration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Bond
- List of Subcontractors
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Iran Contracting Act Certification
- Bidder Information and Experience Form
- Submit to
- Office of City Engineer, 2220 Magnolia Street, Ceres, CA 95307
- Scope location
- Ceres, CA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Ceres?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of City Engineer, 2220 Magnolia Street, Ceres, CA 95307. For questions, contact Josh Ramirez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Ceres in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Josh Ramirez at (209) 538-5792. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Install New 8-inch C900 Water Main, Install New 6-inch Gate Valve, Install New 8-inch Gate Valve, Install New 10-inch Gate Valve, Install New Reducers, Install New Tees, Install Fire Hydrant Assembly w/ Valve, Install 1-inch Residential Water Service Lateral, Disconnect from Existing Water System -. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Base Bid Price, Lowest responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ceres?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Ceres are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Ceres regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Bond, List of Subcontractors, Non-Collusion Declaration, Iran Contracting Act Certification, Bidder Information and Experience Form. Review the full document from City of Ceres for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ceres, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.