15C625004 Evidence Tow

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) El Centro Area office is seeking a contractor for Evidence Impound Tow & Storage Services through Invitation for Bids (IFB #15C625004). The procurement covers towing and secure storage of impounded vehicles used as evidence within a defined geographical area of Imperial County, with specific requirements for light duty (minimum 14,000 lbs GVWR), medium duty (minimum 26,001 lbs GVWR), and heavy duty (minimum 48,000 lbs GVWR) towing capabilities. Key deliverables include vehicle towing services and secure storage facilities that can accommodate evidence vehicles across different weight classifications. The geographical service area encompasses the northern and western boundaries of Imperial County Line, southern boundary at the Mexico Border, and eastern boundary at SR-98 and I-8 junction. Critical procurement dates include a question submission deadline of February 25, 2016, and a bid due date of March 3, 2016 at 2:00 PM, with the intended contract term of 24 months beginning June 1, 2016 or upon official approval.

The solicitation includes several business enterprise considerations, specifically a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive program, though DVBE participation requirements have been waived for this procurement. A Small Business preference is available, not to exceed $50,000, along with a Non-Small Business Subcontractor preference. Contractors must maintain specific insurance coverages, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and worker's compensation insurance. The contract award is contingent upon sufficient funding availability through the Budget Act. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, prospective bidders must demonstrate capability to provide comprehensive towing and secure storage services with hourly rates for different vehicle weight classifications and daily storage rates for regular and commercial vehicles. The precise award value is not explicitly stated, but the contract's comprehensive service requirements and two-year term suggest a potentially significant financial commitment from the CHP.