City of Los Banos Construction of Mercey Springs Waterline Improvements Project Bid 2026
City of Los BanosCity · Los Banos, CA- Due
- Aug 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 22, 2026
The 30-second brief
The City of Los Banos is soliciting sealed bids for the Mercey Springs Waterline Improvements Project. The major work consists of installing approximately 4,432 linear feet (LF) of 18-inch C-900 PVC water main, including tees, valves, and appurtenances along the east side of State Route 165 between Pioneer Road and State Route 152. The project requires fire hydrant installations every 300 feet with laterals crossing both northbound and southbound lanes. Bidders must possess a valid California Class A or C-34 Pipeline Contractor license. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Bids are due by August 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. PST. The project has a 90-working-day completion timeline and requires a 10% bid bond and prevailing wage compliance.
Sealed bids, Cashier's or certified check or bidder's bond (10%), Payment bond, Performance bond
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
The City of Los Banos is soliciting sealed bids for the Mercey Springs Waterline Improvements Project.
The major work consists of installing approximately 4,432 linear feet (LF) of 18-inch C-900 PVC water main, including tees, valves, and appurtenances along the east side of State Route 165 between Pioneer Road and State Route 152. The project requires fire hydrant installations every 300 feet with laterals crossing both northbound and southbound lanes. Bidders must possess a valid California Class A or C-34 Pipeline Contractor license. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Bids are due by August 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. PST. The project has a 90-working-day completion timeline and requires a 10% bid bond and prevailing wage compliance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Sealed bids
- Cashier's or certified check or bidder's bond (10%)
- Payment bond
- Performance bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid Specifications
- Bid Plans
- Addendum No. 1
- Pre-Bid Meeting Sign in Sheet
- Submit to
- City of Los Banos, Office of the City Clerk, 520 J Street, Los Banos, California 93635
- Scope location
- Mercey Springs, Los Banos, CA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Los Banos?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 13, 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: City of Los Banos, Office of the City Clerk, 520 J Street, Los Banos, California 93635.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Los Banos 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bids, Cashier's or certified check or bidder's bond (10%), Payment bond, Performance bond. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Los Banos?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Los Banos are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Los Banos 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 Specifications, Bid Plans, Addendum No. 1, Pre-Bid Meeting Sign in Sheet. Review the full document from City of Los Banos for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mercey Springs, Los Banos, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.