IFB_32-12-6606_Solicitation.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the California Department of Transportation, Division of Equipment, for the procurement of 19 Litter Picker Bodies with Personnel Buckets (Solicitation Number IFB 32-12-6606). The bid is for a custom flat deck body with a covered cargo area, hinged doors, personnel buckets, and a headboard with a light rack, to be fabricated in accordance with State of California supplied drawings. The bid is due on 10/9/2025, with a bid opening at 2:15 PM, and the release date is 09/18/2025. The contract is for a one-time acquisition, with the first production unit subject to a three-phase inspection process and delivery expected within 150 days of purchase order receipt.

The pricing details require bidders to submit current pricing as of the bid due date, with potential price escalation considerations after four months. The state reserves the right to purchase additional units up to 50% of the initial order quantity. The bid includes various certifications and requirements, such as small business preferences, disabled veteran business enterprise participation, and compliance with California civil rights laws. Bidders must provide detailed information about manufacturing capabilities, warranty terms, and meet specific technical specifications including welding standards, material quality, and coating requirements. The contract includes provisions for warranty, safety compliance, and potential in-shop warranty repairs, with a labor rate of $220.00 per hour for warranty work.