RFQ - RANCHO DEL CAMPO WASTE TREATMENT AND IMMOBILIZATION PLANT (WTP) URANIUM ION REMOVAL SYSTEM REPLACEMENT

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO - REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ) 13183
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
RANCHO DEL CAMPO WASTE TREATMENT PLANT (WTP) URANIUM ION REMOVAL SYSTEM
REPLACEMENT
1.1.1. To see all information related to this RFQ, to submit Questions, and to receive notifications of updates,
Offerors must select "Participate in RFx" for this solicitation in BuyNet.
1.1.2. If an Offeror is unable to download this document, an Offeror may request a hard copy from Department
of Purchasing and Contracting's front desk or contact clerical support at (858) 505-6367.
1.2. Forms required to be submitted with Offerors response to this RFQ are included in this RFQ or posted on the
County's web site at: https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/purchasing/purchasing-forms.html.
1.2.1. The County may update posted forms from time to time. Unless otherwise specified, Offerors may
submit the version of a form in place as of the date of the posting of this RFQ or any later version
thereof.
1.3. Offeror must submit a complete original quote in accordance with the format provided in this solicitation to the
County of San Diego, Department of Purchasing and Contracting, through electronic upload to BuyNet before
the Date and Time listed in Schedule.
1.3.1. If Offeror is unable to submit via BuyNet for any reason, Offeror may submit its quote via email to the
Contracting Officer listed in this document or provide the Purchasing and Contracting front desk with
either (i) electronic files on CD/DVD; or, (ii) a printed quote. Offeror must prominently mark such
submissions with the RFQ number on the outside of the packaging. Please use this method only if
unable to submit through BuyNet.
2. QUESTIONS
2.1. Offerors shall direct requests for explanation regarding the RFQ or related documents to the Contracting
Officer, in writing, as a question ("Question"). Offerors may submit Questions by sending a message to the
Contracting Officer through the "Discussions" functionality in BuyNet.
2.2. The County may choose not to respond to Questions received after the date and time stated in the Schedule for
Question submission. Offeror is responsible for ensuring that Questions are received by the County.
3. QUOTE FORMAT
3.1. Submit electronic quotes as files in .pdf format, except where specified otherwise. For pages other than
signature pages, converted and searchable formats are preferred.
3.2. All quotes shall be signed with a handwritten signature by an authorized officer or employee of Offeror.
4. QUOTE ORGANIZATION
4.1. Your quote should be organized in accordance with the Submittal Items in this RFQ.
4.1.1. Offerors shall organize content to correspond to the applicable exhibit and question or item within each
exhibit.
4.1.2. Offerors shall separate each exhibit into one or more files, clearly named as to the exhibit and order.
4.1.3. Pages shall be consecutively numbered within each exhibit at the bottom or top margin of each page.
4.1.4. Cost/Price information:
4.1.4.1. Offerors must place all cost and pricing information within the Cost/Price exhibit. Price shall
be inclusive of all proposed compensation.
4.2. Confidential/Proprietary information:
4.2.1. The County is a public agency subject to the California Public Records Act, Government Code
7920.000, et seq. Some or all of the documents submitted in response to this RFQ may be subject to
disclosure, and the County intends to publish any resulting contracts to its public website.
4.2.2. It is Offeror's responsibility to identify and separate into a "CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY"
exhibit and to provide a signed Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement for:
4.2.2.1. All confidential information that Offeror represents, with legal basis, is exempt from
disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, including PI (Personal Information),
PII (Personally Identifiable Information), or PHI (Protected Health Information);
4.2.2.2. Any proprietary or other information Offeror represents, with legal basis, is exempt from
disclosure under the California Public Records Act and wishes to protect from disclosure.

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO - REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ) 13183
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
RANCHO DEL CAMPO WASTE TREATMENT PLANT (WTP) URANIUM ION REMOVAL SYSTEM
REPLACEMENT
4.2.3. The "CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY" exhibit must be clearly labeled with all pages marked as
"CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY."
4.2.4. Offeror should reference material in the "CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY" exhibit where it is
needed to respond to a Submittal Item through citation to the "CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY"
exhibit (for example "See response 1 contained within the 'CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY'
exhibit for staff Social Security numbers").
4.2.5. If the County determines that a submission improperly designates information as confidential or
proprietary, the County may, at its sole discretion: (i) deem the information releasable; (ii) declare the
submission non-conforming/non-responsive; (iii) remove such information, or (iv) take any other
appropriate action. (Note: Pricing and Terms and Conditions are generally not confidential under the
California Public Records Act).
5. QUOTE EVALUATION
5.1. Evaluations may consider factors such as technical merit, experience, capacity, history of Offeror compliance,
availability, price, and more to determine the quote(s) that provide the best value to the County.
5.2. During evaluation, the County may appropriately consider the sustainability and social, human health,
environmental, and economic impact of Offeror's proposed products and/or approach to providing goods and/or
services, in accordance with Board Policy B-67. Therefore, Offerors are encouraged to include relevant
information in their quotes, to the degree related to the goods or services sought.
5.3. During evaluation, the County may appropriately evaluate the cultural competency of Offeror and Offeror's
proposed approach to providing goods and services. Therefore, Offerors are encouraged to include relevant
information in their quotes, to the degree related to the goods or services sought.
5.4. When evaluating an Offeror's cost or pricing, the County may also consider the effect of the quote on the overall
total cost to the County.
6. COUNTY COMMITMENT
6.1. This RFQ does not commit the County to award a contract, nor does it commit the County to pay any of
Offeror's costs incurred in the preparation or submission of the quote. Further, Offeror shall not incur any
reimbursable cost in anticipation of a contract award.
6.2. Neither Offeror nor any of its representatives shall have any claims whatsoever against the County or any of its
respective officials, agents, or employees arising out of or relating to this RFQ or these procedures (other than
those arising under a definitive contract with Offeror in accordance with the terms thereof).
6.3. The County reserves the right to separately procure the same or similar goods or services.
6.4. The County may withhold all information regarding this procurement until after negotiations are complete,
including, but not limited to: the number of quotes received; the identity of Offeror(s); the content of quotes;
the County's evaluation and results thereof. Information releasable after the conclusion of negotiations is
subject to the disclosure requirements and withholding exemptions of the California Public Records Act.
6.5. Pursuant to County Charter 703.10 and 916, award of a contract resulting from this RFQ may be subject to
the County's requirement to determine that the services can be provided more economically and efficiently by
an independent contractor than by persons employed in the Classified Service.
6.6. In the event that an Offeror is involved in a merger, acquisition, or other change in control, the County reserves
the right to award a contract to a resulting entity.
7. DILIGENCE AND DUTY TO INQUIRE
7.1. Should Offeror find discrepancies in or omissions from, or be in doubt as to the meaning of, the RFQ or related
documents, Offeror shall have a duty to submit a Question to the County.
7.2. Offerors are expected to perform reasonable due diligence with regard to this RFQ and the work required,
including, but not limited to, information that is publicly or otherwise reasonably available and, if applicable,
information that can be obtained during a site visit (including verification of measurements, conditions, and
other attributes). Neither the selected Offeror(s), nor any Offerors, shall be entitled to any price adjustment or
other relief based upon information that was discovered or should have been discovered through due diligence.

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO - REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ) 13183
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
RANCHO DEL CAMPO WASTE TREATMENT PLANT (WTP) URANIUM ION REMOVAL SYSTEM
REPLACEMENT
7.3. The County makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of any
diligence material or other information provided by the County or any of its agents, representatives, contractors,
or consultants. Such information may reflect good faith assumptions, estimates, or projections, which may or
may not prove to be correct.
7.4. Offeror should not rely upon oral statements made or explanations given by the County, including any oral
responses to Questions or other inquiries. No prior, current, or post award communication(s) with any officer,
agent, or employee of the County shall affect or modify any terms or requirements of this RFQ, except as
explicitly provided for in this RFQ.
8. OFFEROR COMMUNICATIONS
8.1. All communications from Offeror (including its employees, agents, and representatives) to the County or its
officers and employees (including consultants working on or assisting with this procurement), related to this
RFQ or Offeror's quote, must be directed in writing exclusively to the Contracting Officer, unless otherwise
authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer. Offerors shall not communicate with or attempt to contact any
other County personnel about this solicitation, except as otherwise allowed for in this RFQ or by law. Any
improper contact may, at the County's sole discretion, cause Offeror to be removed from consideration for
contract award.
8.2. If Offeror issues any public announcement or otherwise engages in communication that, in the County's sole
determination, compromises the integrity of this RFQ process or attempts to restrain competition, Offeror may
be removed from consideration for award.
8.3. Audio and/or video recording of presentations, discussions, negotiations, or other communications with the
County regarding this RFQ are prohibited, unless specifically authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer.
9. SOLICITING EMPLOYEES
9.1. Until contract award, Offerors shall not, directly or indirectly, solicit any employee of the County to leave the
County's employ in order to accept employment with Offeror, its affiliates, actual or prospective contractors,
or any person acting in concert with Offeror without prior written approval of the County's Contracting Officer.
This paragraph does not prevent the employment by Offeror of a County employee who has initiated contact
with Offeror.
10. PROHIBITED CONTRACTS AND SUBCONTRACTS
10.1. In accordance with Section 67 of the San Diego County Administrative Code, the County shall not contract
with, and shall reject any quote submitted by, the person or entities specified below, unless the Board of
Supervisors finds that special circumstances exist which justify the approval of such contract:
10.1.1. Persons employed by the County or of public agencies for which the Board of Supervisors is the
governing body;
10.1.2. Profit-making firms or businesses in which employees described in subsection 11.1.1 serve as officers,
principals, partners, or major shareholders;
10.1.3. Persons who, within the immediately preceding twelve (12) months, came within the provisions of
subsection 11.1.1 and who (i) were employed in positions of substantial responsibility in the area of
service to be performed by the contract; or, (ii) participated in any way in developing the contract or its
service specifications; and
10.1.4. Profit-making firms or businesses in which the former employees described in subsection 11.1.3 serve
as officers, principals, partners, or major shareholders.
10.2. Per Board Policy A-79, a successful Offeror that is a non-profit corporation shall not subcontract any work
under the agreement with a related for-profit subcontractor where an interlocking directorate, management, or
ownership relationship exists, unless specifically authorized by the Board of Supervisors.
10.3. Offeror certifies that, if awarded a contract under this RFQ, such contract will be in compliance with Sections
11.1 and 11.2 above. Offeror shall promptly notify the County of any change in circumstance affecting these
provisions.

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO - REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ) 13183
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
RANCHO DEL CAMPO WASTE TREATMENT PLANT (WTP) URANIUM ION REMOVAL SYSTEM
REPLACEMENT
11. CALIFORNIA REVENUE & TAXATION CODE 18662
11.1. In compliance with California Revenue and Taxation Code 18662, if Offeror is a non-resident of California
(out-of-state invoices) that receives California source income and has not completed Franchise Tax Board Form
590, there may be a backup withholding on all payments. Fifteen (15) business days prior to the first payment
from the County, new suppliers or suppliers with expired forms or forms with incorrect information must submit
new forms to the County (forms are available from the Franchise Tax Board website listed below).
11.2. Under certain circumstances, Offerors may be eligible for reduced or waived nonresident withholding. If
Offeror has already received a waiver or a reduced withholding response from the State of California and the
response remains valid, Offeror should submit the response to the County in lieu of the forms. Failure to submit
the required forms will result in withholding of payments. Offerors should access the Franchise Tax Board
websites, listed below, for tax forms and relevant information regarding non-resident withholding, including
waivers or reductions. The County will not give Offerors any tax advice. It is recommended that Offerors speak
with their tax advisers and/or the State of California for guidance.
Franchise Tax Board Websites:
https://www.ftb.ca.gov
https://www.ftb.ca.gov/forms/search/
11.3. If selected for award, Offeror must submit applicable forms to the Auditor & Controller via fax, at (858) 694-
2060, or mail originals to: County of San Diego, 5530 Overland Avenue, Suite 410, San Diego, CA 92123. The
P.O. Number or Contract Number (if available) and "California Revenue and Taxation Code 18662" must
appear on fax cover sheet and/or the outside of the mailing envelope.
12. W-9 FORM
12.1. If selected for award, Offeror must complete and submit a W-9 form if a current form is not on file with the
County.
13. PREVAILING WAGE
13.1. The County's public works projects are subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the California
Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), in accordance with Labor Code 1771.4(a)(1). A contractor or
subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid (or otherwise submit an offer) on, be listed in an offer subject to the
requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for
public work, as defined in Labor Code 1720, et seq., unless currently registered and qualified to perform
public work pursuant to Labor Code 1725.5, all as more particularly described in Labor Code 1771.1(a).
An Offeror who is ultimately selected shall post all notices required by and pursuant to Labor Code
1771.4(a)(2) at the job site, whether or not the County also posts these notices.

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO - REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ) 13183
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
RANCHO DEL CAMPO WASTE TREATMENT PLANT (WTP) URANIUM ION REMOVAL SYSTEM
REPLACEMENT
C. SUBMITTAL ITEMS
1. EXHIBIT 1 - REQUIRED FORMS
1.1 Submit a completed and signed Offeror's Cover Page (PC600) form
* Required for all Offerors
* Located at:
https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/purchasing/docs/PC600_dpc_Offerors_Cover_Page.pdf
1.2 Submit a completed and signed Representations and Certifications form (PC601)
* Required for all Offerors
* Located at:
https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/purchasing/docs/PC601_dpc_Reps_and_Certs.pdf
1.3 Submit a completed and signed Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610)
* All Offerors are encouraged to complete this form to support County data collection.
* Located at:
https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/purchasing/docs/PC610_dpc_Small_Local_Self_Cert.pdf
1.4 Submit a completed and signed Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620) (if applicable).
* Required if submitting Confidential/Proprietary Information (see RFQ Instructions and Rules section 4.2)
* Located at:
https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/purchasing/docs/PC620_dpc_Nondisclosure_Indemnity.pdf
2. EXHIBIT 2 - PROGRAM/TECHNICAL EXHIBIT
2.1 Describe how you intend to install uranium ion removal system and make it operational.
2.2 Describe your method of installation with existing mechanical and electrical infrastructure.
2.3 Describe your method of removing existing uranium ion removal system and installation of new system.
Include proposed manpower, installation / removal of equipment, and strategy to remove / install without
impacting our personnel and other equipment in service.
2.4 Confirm that your firm possesses a current and valid General Engineering Contractor - A license issued by
the California Contractors State License Board (CLSB).
YES NO
If yes, provide a copy of the CLSB License documentation
2.5 Confirm that your firm and all proposed subcontractors (pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5) possess a
current and valid registration with the State of California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR).
Yes No
If yes, provide a copy of the DIR registration documentation.
2.6 Payment Bond Confirm (YES/NO)
Offeror confirms that, if successful, Offeror will provide to the County a payment bond using the included
County form, issued by an admitted surety insurer as defined in California Code of Civil Procedure 995.120
and in a sum equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the total contract price, within ten (10) days of contract
award. The cost of providing the bond shall be included in the proposed pricing; no additional compensation

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO - REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ) 13183
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
RANCHO DEL CAMPO WASTE TREATMENT PLANT (WTP) URANIUM ION REMOVAL SYSTEM
REPLACEMENT
will be allowed. If a successful Offeror fails to timely provide the bond, the County may, at its option, determine
that the successful Offeror is in default and/or take any other enforcement action.
YES NO
3. EXHIBIT 3 - COST/PRICE EXHIBIT
3.1 Submit a completed Payment Schedule.
4. EXHIBIT 4 - ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS
4.1 Confirm acceptance "YES/NO" of the County of San Diego's Draft Agreement (including insurance
requirements):
YES NO
5. EXHIBIT 5 - CONFIDENTIAL PROPRIETARY
5.1 Include any Confidential/Proprietary Information in this exhibit, in accordance with RFQ Instructions and Rules
section 4.2

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO - REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ) 13183
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
RANCHO DEL CAMPO WASTE TREATMENT PLANT (WTP) URANIUM ION REMOVAL SYSTEM
REPLACEMENT
D. REQUIRED FORMS
(RESERVED)

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO - REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ) 13183
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
RANCHO DEL CAMPO WASTE TREATMENT PLANT (WTP) URANIUM ION REMOVAL SYSTEM
REPLACEMENT
E. STATEMENT OF WORK
1. Scope of Work:
1.1. The County of San Diego Department of Public Works (DPW) has a requirement for a one-time purchase of a Uranium Ion
Removal System to replace the existing system with same or equivalent system.
1.2. New Uranium Ion Removal System shall be an Anion Exchange Resin shall be DOWEX I or County approved equal.
1.2.1. Offeror's requesting use of equivalent products must submit "or equal" specifications to the County along with the quoted
pricing. Where a brand name has been specified, if Offeror believes an "or equal" is equivalent to the brand name shown,
Offeror must provide documentation of the "or equal" and specify brand name, model number, dimensions and
or/capacities. Submitted equivalencies will be evaluated based on their comparison to the specified brand manufacturer
name, model, and features indicated with regards to the following: function, performance, and quality.
2. General Requirements:
2.1. Prevailing wages apply to this project.
2.2. Contractor shall have a Valid A-General Engineering State of California Contractor's License
2.3. Contractor shall have an active Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) registration.
2.4. Contractor shall comply with Safety and Health Regulations for water treatment operations.
2.5. Contractor shall comply with the most recent California and Federal Occupational Safety and Health Acts, or as
amended.
3. Contractor Work Requirements:
3.1. Contractor Shall:
3.1.1. Provide all required labor, tools, materials and equipment to complete all work. All materials and equipment must be
new.
3.1.2. Coordinate all work with County's Contracting Officer Representative (COR).
3.1.3. Check in and sign in with County's COR.
3.1.4. Advise County staff on best maintenance practices.
3.1.5. Ensure safety is observed at all times. Use proper signs, cones and/or caution tape needed to ensure safety.
3.1.6. Require personnel to observe proper hygienic precautions.
3.1.7. Take measures to assure his/her personnel observe proper safety precautions when working.
3.1.8. Clean jobsite of any debris and material. All removed equipment, materials, trash and other debris shall be
removed and disposed of in accordance with all local, State and federal laws.
3.1.9. Remove and dispose of one (1) existing Uranium Ion Removal System in accordance with laws and regulations
4. Geographic Area:
4.1. The entire Campo Water Maintenance District: Rancho del Campo Water Service Area, the Uranium Treatment Facility.
Located at 3215 White Sage Point, Campo, CA 91906.
5. Specifications:
5.1. Anion Exchange Resin shall be DOWEX I or approved as equal. Specifications Include:
5.1.1. 2 60-75 ft3 volume Vessels
5.1.1.1. 48 Inch diameter minimum
5.1.1.2. Operate at 125 PSI
5.1.2. 2 Lead Lag Pairs Minimum
5.1.3. Epoxy-lined carbon steel system piping

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO - REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ) 13183
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
RANCHO DEL CAMPO WASTE TREATMENT PLANT (WTP) URANIUM ION REMOVAL SYSTEM
REPLACEMENT
5.2. The resin shall be National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approved media that safely reduces the uranium level of the filtered
water.
5.3. Each anion exchange resin change out shall be filled with approximately 60-75ft3 of new resin.
5.4. Design Criteria
5.4.1. Water Quality Summary:
Process Information
Maximum Operating Pressure 125 psig
Required Standard Potable
Minimum Flow Rate (a) 50 gpm
Average Flow Rate 100 gpm
Maximum Flow Rate 200 gpm
Operational Schedule 5 hr/day 7 days/wk
Daily Volume (avg.) 30,000 gallons
Feed Water Quality Information
Parameter Influent Effluent Unit
Characteristics (b) Criteria
Uranium 30 15 g/L
Uranium (c) (c) g/L
44 22
5.4.1.1. Recommended to avoid channeling through IX resin bed.
5.4.1.2. Based on the maximum detected concentrations of constituent in WQ data, as provided by the County.
5.4.1.3. Calculated from concentrations reported in units of pCi/L using a conversion factor of 1.48 g/pCi.
6. Warranty:
6.1. Provide minimum manufacturer warranty for all parts, labor and materials to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of:
6.1.1. One (1) year manufacturer and labor warranty.
7. Insurance/Bonding:
7.1. The successful contractor will provide to the County a Payment Bond in a sum of one hundred percent for before
the commencement of work that exceeds $25,000. The cost of providing the bond shall be considered as included in
the price for the various item(s) and no additional compensation will be allowed, therefore. If the contractor fails to
provide the bonds within the time specified, the County may, at its option, determine that the contractor is in default
and terminate the contract.
8. Prevailing Wage:
8.1. The County's public works projects are subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the California
Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), in accordance with Labor Code 1771.4(a)(1). A contractor or
subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid (or otherwise submit an offer) on, be listed in an offer subject to the
requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public
work, as defined in Labor Code 1720, et seq., unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work
pursuant to Labor Code 1725.5, all as more particularly described in Labor Code 1771.1(a). An Offeror who is
ultimately selected shall post all notices required by and pursuant to Labor Code 1771.4(a)(2) at the job site,