After rejecting initial bids, board awards pool equipment contract not to exceed $1.18 million

District staff explained that under the California Public Contract Code, the district must award to the lowest responsible bidder or reject all bids if that standard cannot be met. Given limited competition and elevated pricing on the first solicitation for Measure SOS Maryleste pool owner‑furnished equipment (bid number 4626513), staff rejected the initial bids and resolicited to preserve competitive fairness.

After re‑solicitation and walkthroughs, staff recommended awarding the work to California Commercial Pools in an amount not to exceed $1,182,500 (response to bid number 5026624). The recommendation followed quality checks by construction manager Balfour Beatty and architect DLR, and staff noted clarifications and additions between the first and second solicitations (for example related to a surge pit and inspections) that influenced pricing.

The board voted to reject the initial bids and then to award the contract to California Commercial Pools; both motions carried by voice vote. Staff said they will provide updated construction timelines and aim to complete work in time for the school-year opening to allow a possible early-year pool opening and community use.