16C280000 Evidence Tow & Storage

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Woodland Area office is seeking Evidence Impound Tow & Storage Services through Invitation for Bid (IFB #16C280000) for Yolo County. The procurement requires a contractor to provide comprehensive towing and secure storage services for evidence vehicles, with specific capabilities for light, medium, and heavy duty towing. Bidders must offer secure indoor and outdoor storage facilities to accommodate impounded vehicles used as evidence. The bid evaluation will be conducted on a lowest responsive bid basis, with potential preferences applied for Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation. Key dates include a bid question deadline of May 16, 2016, and a final bid submission deadline of May 24, 2016 at 2:00 PM, with bid opening at 2:30 PM the same day. The contract term is set for 24 months, commencing July 1, 2016, or upon approval, and extending through June 30, 2018, with potential extensions contingent on satisfactory performance and funding availability.

While DVBE participation requirements are waived for this solicitation, bidders can receive DVBE incentives ranging from 1-5% based on their level of DVBE involvement. Small Business preferences of up to 5% are also available. The contractor must maintain specific insurance coverage, including $1 million in commercial general liability, $1 million in automobile liability, and varying on-hook coverage levels depending on truck classification. The agreement is financially contingent upon sufficient funds being allocated through the Budget Act and subject to potential legislative restrictions. Although no specific budget range was explicitly stated, the comprehensive insurance and towing service requirements suggest a moderate-value contract. The procurement is open to qualified towing and storage service providers capable of meeting the CHP's detailed technical and operational specifications for evidence vehicle management.