This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Pasadena, California. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The City of Pasadena Water and Power Department (PWP) is seeking bids from qualified contractors to provide as-needed crane services for the transportation, lifting, and placement of power poles, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment at various locations throughout the city. The selected contractor(s) will be responsible for supplying certified crane operators, rigging personnel, and all necessary equipment to safely perform lifting operations in accordance with industry best practices and applicable safety regulations. The resulting contract(s) will be for a multi-year term, with work performed on an as-needed basis. Bidders must demonstrate experience in utility-related crane operations and provide proof of appropriate licensing, certifications, and insurance coverage. Interested bidders are encouraged to review the full solicitation for detailed requirements and bid submission instructions. Background As a community-owned utility, PWP is a not-for-profit public service owned and operated by the City of Pasadena for the benefit of its customers and the community. PWP is responsible for maintaining and upgrading the City's electrical infrastructure, including power distribution systems, substations, transformers, and utility poles. As part of routine maintenance, emergency response, and capital improvement projects, PWP requires specialized crane services to lift, transport, and install heavy electrical equipment safely and efficiently. Question Submission Deadline: March 20, 2025, 2:00pm. Bid Bond Instruction: Bidders must provide all required information for the City to verify the bond with their bid. The bond must meet the following requirements and characteristics: Bid security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid price in the form of a redeemable or callable electronic surety bond, meeting City requirements, must accompany all bids. If the Bidder to whom the contract is awarded shall for fifteen (15) calendar days after such award fail or neglect to enter into the contract with the required insurance documentation, submit the Construction & Demolition Waste Management Plan, and file the required bonds, the City may deposit in its treasury said bid security and, under no circumstances, shall it be returned to the defaulting Bidder. Failure to return signed contract with all the attachments stated above may result in having the project awarded to the next lowest bidder. By submitting a bid or proposal, each bidder or proposer expressly agrees to and accepts the following conditions: All parts of the Instructions to bidder or proposer and Specifications will become part of the Contract between the selected bidder or proposer and the City. The City reserves the right to request further information from the bidder or proposer, either in writing or orally, to establish any stated qualifications.