California Dairies Project
Project Specifications
Industry
Milk Bottling Facility
Dollar Amount
$21,600,000
Completion Date
2025
Location
Bakersfield, CA
Interstates successfully delivered a fast-paced electrical project at California Dairies, Inc.’s new Bakersfield milk bottling facility, Valley Natural Beverages. Despite delayed equipment, tight deadlines, and complex regulations, the team provided power distribution, site lighting, low-voltage systems, and process wiring to support CDI’s entry into the shelf-stable milk market. Innovative solutions such as temporary gear, workforce flexibility, and advanced modeling tools helped avoid rework and keep commissioning on track. Through close collaboration with Big-D Construction, trade partners, and regulatory experts, the facility produced its first product in December 2024—just eight months after site work began.
Services Provided: Electrical Construction | Electrical Engineering
Key Scope Components
Power Distribution & Temporary Solutions:
Installed temporary and permanent power, site lighting, low-voltage systems, and process wiring to keep the project on track.
Workforce Flexibility:
Added foremen and local staff, working weekends to meet tight deadlines and maintain strong site leadership.
VDC Modeling & Coordination:
Used Revizto to model underground runs, conduit racks, and cable trays, reducing rework and improving efficiency.
Regulatory Compliance Support:
Partnered with American Electrical Services to navigate California requirements for lighting controls, EV chargers, fire alarms, and testing.