HSR26-26 Re-Bid #2 Fresno Building Inspection

You are invited to review and respond to this informal Invitation for Bids (IFB) entitled HSR26-26 Re-Bid #2 Fresno Building Inspection.

The awarded contractor will provide services related to Building Inspections, which include all labor, tools, materials, equipment, and supervision; pay all taxes, insurance, bonds, license and permit fees, travel costs, and other costs incidental to the work to perform a full building inspection and repair recommendations at the Central Valley Headquarters. Term: November 1, 2026 or upon contract approval, whichever occurs later, through January 31, 2027.

The contractor shall perform a complete on-site building inspection of the Fresno Office, covering all major systems including but not limited to plumbing, sewer and drainage, electrical, roofing, security, building envelope, HVAC, life-safety, and visible structural components.

The services shall be performed at: Fresno Office, 1111 H Street, Fresno, CA 93721.

The services shall be performed between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday, unless prior approval is obtained from the Authority Contract Manager.

Responsibilities of the Contractor

• The contractor shall evaluate each system for condition, functionality, safety, regulatory compliance, and potential risks, documenting all observations in a detailed and professionally prepared report.
• The contractor shall provide rough order-of-magnitude cost estimates for each recommended repair or improvement to assist the Authority with budgeting and long-term planning.
• The contractor shall ensure that all inspections are conducted by qualified personnel possessing appropriate certifications, credentials, and expertise relevant to their assigned discipline.
• The contractor shall respond to questions and requests for clarification from the Authority and participate in one formal review meeting to present and explain inspection findings.

Deliverables

• The contractor shall submit a comprehensive written inspection report containing narrative descriptions of the condition of each major building system, supported by photographs and detailed explanations of deficiencies.
• The contractor shall provide a prioritized list of recommendations for corrective actions, identifying items requiring immediate attention, short-term repairs, or long-term improvements.
• The contractor shall provide a summary section highlighting critical findings or urgent risks that warrant prompt consideration by the Authority.
• The Contractor shall submit both the draft and final versions of the report according to the agreed-upon schedule.

Schedule

• The Contractor shall submit the draft inspection report within ten (10) business days of completing on-site activities, allowing sufficient time for Authority review and feedback.
• The Contractor shall deliver the final inspection report within five (5) business days following receipt of the Authority's comments on the draft report.

**Submission method:** Bids must be submitted via email to Susie.Avalos@hsr.ca.gov or contracts@hsr.ca.gov no later than the date and time specified in Section 3, Schedule of Events. Quotes submitted must include the following in the subject line of the email: Informal Bid# HSR26-26 Re-Bid #1, Fresno Building Inspection.

Informal bids shall include all required bid documents identified in the Required Documents Checklist. Only submit the required bid documents with your bid, not the entire informal IFB package.

The bidder shall possess a valid Class A or Class B contractor license issued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Contractors State License Board (CSLB).

The final selection shall be made on the basis of the lowest responsible responsive bid.

A Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive between three percent (3%) and five percent (5%) is included in this solicitation.

Insurance

• Commercial General Liability: limits of not less than **$1 million** per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage liability combined.
• Professional Liability: limits of not less than **$1 million** per occurrence and **$1 million** in the aggregate.
• Workers' Compensation: employer liability limits of not less than **$1 million**.
• Automobile Liability coverage in accordance with California Vehicle Code Sections 16450 to 16457, inclusive.

Term: November 1, 2026 or upon contract approval, whichever occurs later, through January 31, 2027.