Webcor Builders - UCB EHCP - Inc. #5 'FOR BID' - Site Utilities and Mass Excavation - 2026
University Of California-BerkeleyHigher Ed · Berkeley, CA- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Arya Bodaghi
- (707) 529-2748
The 30-second brief
Webcor Builders invites prequalified trade contractors to submit formal bids for the UC Berkeley Electrified Heating & Cooling Plant (EHCP) Increment 5 project, covering WP-10 Mass Excavation and WP-43 Site Utilities in Berkeley, CA. The scope includes mass excavation and site utilities to support the new all-electric central heating and cooling plant replacing the existing co-gen natural gas steam plant, featuring a 2 million gallon thermal energy storage (TES) exterior steel tank. Estimated total construction cost is $159,000,000, with package values of $3,400,000 for mass excavation and $28,000,000 for site utilities. Formal bids are due by September 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM via BuildingConnected, following a mandatory pre-bid job walk on August 27, 2026, and RFI deadline on September 7, 2026. Requirements include CSLB Class A license, 10% bid bond using the AIA form, signed Exhibit F1, and mandatory attendance at the job walk.
Mass Excavation, Site Utilities
Low responsive bidder (LOW BID)
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Summary
Webcor Builders invites prequalified trade contractors to submit formal bids for the UC Berkeley Electrified Heating & Cooling Plant (EHCP) Increment 5 project, covering WP-10 Mass Excavation and WP-43 Site Utilities in Berkeley, CA. The scope includes mass excavation and site utilities to support the new all-electric central heating and cooling plant replacing the existing co-gen natural gas steam plant, featuring a 2 million gallon thermal energy storage (TES) exterior steel tank.
Estimated total construction cost is $159,000,000, with package values of $3,400,000 for mass excavation and $28,000,000 for site utilities. Formal bids are due by September 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM via BuildingConnected, following a mandatory pre-bid job walk on August 27, 2026, and RFI deadline on September 7, 2026. Requirements include CSLB Class A license, 10% bid bond using the AIA form, signed Exhibit F1, and mandatory attendance at the job walk.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Low responsive bidder (LOW BID)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Mass Excavation, Site Utilities
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Exhibit F1
- Bid Bond
- BuildingConnected Bid Form
- Submit to
- https://app.buildingconnected.com/public/5430e7ba5cdc2e0300dd8923
- Scope location
- Berkeley, CA
- Reported agency
- Webcor Builders
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from University Of California-Berkeley?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 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: https://app.buildingconnected.com/public/5430e7ba5cdc2e0300dd8923. For questions, contact Arya Bodaghi.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including University Of California-Berkeley 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 Arya Bodaghi at (707) 529-2748. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mass Excavation, Site Utilities. 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: "Low responsive bidder (LOW BID)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from University Of California-Berkeley?
All active and historical solicitations from University Of California-Berkeley are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, University Of California-Berkeley 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: Exhibit F1, Bid Bond, BuildingConnected Bid Form. Review the full document from University Of California-Berkeley for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Berkeley, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.