City of Paramount Public Works Projects Bidding Procedures Ordinance 1216 and Resolution 26:006
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- Scope Location
- Paramount, CA
SUMMARY
The City of Paramount has adopted Ordinance No. 1216 and Resolution No. 26:006 to elect into the Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (UPCCAA) procedures per Public Contract Code § 22000. This establishment governs the procurement of public works projects through force account, informal bidding, and formal bidding. The ordinance sets specific notice requirements: informal bids require notice to contractors and trade journals at least 10 calendar days before due dates, while formal bids require newspaper publication 14 days prior and electronic notice 15 days prior. It also mandates payment bonds for contracts over $25,000 and prevailing wage compliance for projects over $1,000. The City Manager is authorized to award informally bid contracts.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Contractor list applications, Informal bids, Formal sealed bids
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How do I respond to this Bid from City of Paramount?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 10, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
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 responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Paramount?
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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. Review the full document from City of Paramount for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Paramount 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 is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Paramount, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Contractor list applications, Informal bids, Formal sealed bids. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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