26-0062a - Winterhaven BPS Generator Replacement (Imperial County) Public Works

The State Water Resource Control Board (Water Boards) is soliciting bids from firms that are able to provide Certified court reporting, transcription, and other related services. Bidders must have the capabilities and qualifications to perform all of the services described in the IFB section entitled, "Scope of Work".

The Water Boards intends to make a single Agreement award to the most responsive and responsible firm offering the lowest bid. This solicitation is open to all eligible firms and/or individuals that meet the qualification requirements.

See Exhibit A entitled, "Scope of Work" that is included in the Sample Agreement Forms and Exhibits Section of this IFB. Exhibit A contains a detailed description of the services and work to be performed as a result of this solicitation.

Bidder Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Bidders must provide a copy of the Certified Shorthand Reporters (CSR) certificate that includes a valid CSR number to certify that all reporters have passed the CSR Exam, Attachment 14.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in providing Category 1: Certified Shorthand Reporter Hearings and Category 4: Transcription Services as detailed in the Scope of Work.
• Contractors must be physically located in California and legally authorized to conduct business in California and perform the services required under this Agreement.

**Submission method:** The completed bid response shall be submitted electronically by email to ElectronicBidSubmission@waterboards.ca.gov. Hard copy bids will not be accepted for this solicitation. Bid package must be submitted as one PDF unless multiple emails are required due to PDF size.

All bid packages properly received according to the IFB instructions on or before the bid due date will be publicly opened and read vis Zoom. Bidders that would like to attend the Virtual Bid Opening must send an email to ContractBidsGeneral@waterboards.ca.gov by the deadline identified in the Time Schedule in Section B to receive a Zoom link to the virtual bid opening.

Award of the Agreement, if awarded, will be to the responsive and responsible Bidder that offers the lowest cost. The lowest cost will be determined after the Water Board adjusts Bidder costs for applicable preferences and incentives.

3% DVBE participation for this solicitation is mandatory.

The anticipated term of the resulting Agreement is expected to be 36 (Thirty-Six) months and is anticipated to be effective from December 01, 2026 through November 30, 2029. The maximum amount of the resulting Agreement shall not to exceed **$260,000**.

Insurance Certificate: Please see Exhibit D for insurance certificate requirements. These must be submitted within 10 business days after notice Contract Award.