15C575006 Evidence Tow

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Altadena Area office is seeking a contractor for Evidence Impound Tow & Storage Services through Invitation for Bids (IFB #15C575006), covering Los Angeles County and Berkeley City jurisdictions. The procurement requires a comprehensive towing and storage solution for vehicles and property used as evidence, with mandatory 24/7 service availability. Contractors must provide secure storage facilities with specific infrastructure requirements, including solid walls or fenced areas with razor wire, lockable entry/exit points, and weather protection. Bid evaluation will be based on a detailed pricing formula that considers light, medium, and heavy duty tow rates per hour, as well as daily storage rates for regular and commercial vehicles. The bid submission deadline was March 3, 2016, at 2:00 PM, with bid opening scheduled for 2:30 PM the same day. The anticipated contract term spans 24 months, from May 1, 2016, through April 30, 2018, with potential extensions contingent upon satisfactory performance and funding availability.

While Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirements have been waived for this contract, bidders can still receive DVBE incentives up to 5% of their bid score. The contract's total value and specific budget range were not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation. The agreement is explicitly contingent upon sufficient funding through the Budget Act, with provisions for cancellation or amendment if full funding does not materialize. Prospective bidders must demonstrate capability to provide secure storage within specified geographical regions and meet all operational requirements set forth in the invitation for bids. The procurement is structured to ensure comprehensive evidence handling services for the CHP Altadena Area office, with a focus on secure, reliable towing and storage solutions that can support law enforcement evidence management needs.