Unofficial Notice of Invitation to Bid (NIB)

Los Angeles University of California is seeking bids from qualified and interested contractors for the following project titled, BSRB ROOM B -64 DRY HEAT STERILIZER INSTALLATION, identified under Solicitation ID: 907078.01. Work is to be performed near 615 Charles E Young Dr S, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA in Los Angeles County.

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General Project Description

This project entails the replacement of an obsolete steam autoclave with an electric dry heat sterilizer for mice cages in Room B -64 of the Biomedical Sciences Research Building (BSRB) at the University of California, Los Angeles campus. The scope of work includes the removal of the existing steam autoclave and associated steam pipes, comprehensive upgrades to the building’s electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, provision and installation of the new electric dry heat sterilizer, and necessary seismic anchorage, fire/life safety, and accessibility improvements. The total project area is approximately 1,666 asf (1,998 gsf).

General Bid Items

Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Removal of existing decommissioned steam autoclave.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Removal of associated steam pipes.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Upgrades to building's electrical systems.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Upgrades to building's mechanical systems.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Upgrades to building's plumbing systems.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Provision and installation of an electric dry heat sterilizer.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Seismic anchorage for sterilizer and other equipment.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Fire/life safety improvements.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Accessibility improvements.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Selective demolition and removal of selected portions of building/structure.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Selective demolition and removal of selected site elements.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Repair procedures for selective demolition operations (patching, refinishing floors/walls, replacing coverings).
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of through-penetration firestop systems for fire-resistance-rated floors, roofs, walls, and partitions.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of sealant joints in fire-rated construction.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of elastomeric joint sealants for exterior vertical and horizontal non-traffic surfaces.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of elastomeric joint sealants for interior vertical and horizontal non-traffic surfaces.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of acoustical joint sealants for exposed and concealed joints.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of interior steel studs and furring (min. 20-gage studs for door openings/backing plates).
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of horizontal steel suspension systems for lath/plaster and gypsum board assemblies.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of backing plates for wall-mounted items (min. 16-gage steel plate, 4 inches wide).
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of gypsum board sheets.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of gypsum board fasteners, joint reinforcing, and finishing compound.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of ceramic floor and wall tile, and trim shapes (to match existing or visually match).
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of setting materials, grouts, and sealants for ceramic tile.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of waterproofing membrane for wet areas and existing concrete slabs on grade.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of fabric-faced, composite core acoustical panels (to match existing).
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of acoustical ceiling systems.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of lay-in acoustical ceiling systems.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Installation of trim and miscellaneous acoustical accessories.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Surface preparation, priming, and painting of all exposed surfaces throughout the project (specific paint types and finishes based on substrate).
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Painting of ferrous metal items, mechanical/electrical equipment, selected concrete, woodwork, and galvanized steel.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Furnishing and installation of Large Dry Heat Sterilizer (e.g., GRUENBERG MODEL VST40H290.9PTSS series).
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Provision of internal electrical services, wiring, conduit, boxes, raceways, fittings, lamps, switches, device plates for sterilizer.

NAICS Classification

236220 – Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, 238210 – Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors, 238220 – Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors, 238290 – Other Building Equipment Contractors, 238910 – Site Preparation Contractors, 541330 – Engineering Services

Records and Due Date

This bid opportunity was entered into BidAmerica on February 27, 2026, and was last updated on February 27, 2026. All bids and/or proposals are due on March 24, 2026.

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