15C686006 Scale Maintenance

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB #15C686006) for Scale Maintenance and Repair Services at the Rainbow Platform Scale southbound and Rainbow Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility (CVEF) northbound locations. The procurement seeks a contractor to perform semi-annual and annual maintenance of vehicle scales, which includes comprehensive services such as cleaning, rust control, inspection, lubrication, calibration, and testing. Key deliverables include maintaining scales at two specific locations with precise technical requirements, including providing equipment capable of supplying at least 34,000 pounds of known weight, with a minimum of 20,000 pounds of test weight. The bid is due on May 12, 2016, by 5:00 PM, with a proposed contract start date of June 1, 2016, and a contract term spanning 24 months through May 31, 2018. Contractors must possess a Certificate of Accuracy traceable to the National Bureau of Standards, issued by Los Angeles County Weights and Measures or the State Department of Food and Agriculture. A recommended walk-through is available at the Rainbow CVEF northbound facility located at 1796 Rainbow Valley Blvd., Fallbrook, CA, allowing potential bidders to inspect the site and understand the scope of work.

The solicitation includes several unique provisions regarding business participation and preferences. The Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement has been waived for this contract, though bidders may voluntarily include DVBE participation for potential incentives. Small/Micro Business preference and Non-Small Business Subcontractor preference (not to exceed $50,000) are available to bidders. The pricing structure encompasses semi-annual and annual rates for both northbound and regular time hourly rates, with an additional $35,000 allocated for unforeseen miscellaneous and incidental repairs. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the total contract value appears to be structured around the base maintenance rates and the supplemental repair fund. The procurement seems designed to be inclusive of various business sizes and types, offering multiple avenues for potential contractors to participate while maintaining strict technical and accuracy standards for scale maintenance services.