16C580001 Evidence Tow & Storage

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) West Valley Area office is seeking Evidence Impound Tow & Storage Services through an Invitation for Bids (IFB #16C580001) covering Sacramento County and San Francisco City jurisdictions. The procurement focuses on providing towing and secure storage of property impounded as evidence, with services required along specific geographic regions including US-101, I-405, SR-118, and SR-170. Bidders must be current Rotation Tow providers in good standing with the CHP West Valley Area office and meet comprehensive equipment, facility, and insurance requirements. The contract will have a 24-month term, commencing on August 1, 2016, or upon official approval. Key procurement dates include a bid submission deadline of May 18, 2016 at 2:00 PM, with bid opening at 2:30 PM the same day, and a deadline for questions set at May 11, 2016 at 3:30 PM. Pricing will be evaluated based on hourly rates for light, medium, and heavy duty tow services, as well as daily storage rates for regular and commercial vehicles.

While the Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement has been waived, bidders who choose to utilize DVBE participation may receive a DVBE incentive. Small Business and other preference programs are available with potential adjustments not exceeding $50,000. The agreement is contingent upon sufficient funding availability through the Budget Act, with the CHP reserving the right to amend or cancel the contract based on budgetary constraints. Specific qualifications include maintaining current Rotation Tow provider status, demonstrating compliance with CHP standards for towing and storage services, and meeting strict insurance and operational requirements. The procurement does not specify a precise budget range or award value, but indicates that the contract will be awarded based on competitive bidding and compliance with specified criteria. Prospective bidders should carefully review the IFB documentation to ensure full understanding of the technical specifications, operational expectations, and submission requirements for this evidence towing and storage services contract.