20 Side x Sides SCC-4. 7. 2025

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking to procure 20 Side x Side Utility-Terrain Vehicles (UTVs) for delivery to the Sierra Conservation Center located at 5100 O'Brynes Ferry Rd in Sonora, Tuolumne County. The solicitation, identified as SCC-4.7.2025, requires new, current production model UTVs with specific technical specifications, including a minimum 500cc engine displacement, 4-wheel drive, gasoline fuel, up to 35 horsepower, and automatic transmission. Vehicles must have a 400 lbs cargo bed capacity, 8 inches ground clearance, 1,000 lbs towing rating, and a maximum speed of 35 MPH, available in olive green, camouflage, black, or grey colors. Bidders must submit quotes via email to Linda.quintana@cdcr.ca.gov by April 16, 2025, with questions accepted until April 10, 2025. The procurement requires F.O.B. Destination, Freight Pre-Paid pricing, and vendors must complete the Line Item Cost Worksheet and follow the detailed specifications outlined in the SOW SCC-UTV20 document.

The solicitation emphasizes opportunities for Small Business (SB) and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, with procurement methods specifically targeting California-certified businesses. Bidders must complete several mandatory attachments, including a Bidder Declaration, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, and a Generative Artificial Intelligence Disclosure, with potential disqualification for incomplete documentation. The state reserves the right to award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all administrative and technical requirements, with potential award options including all-or-none or individual line items. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement includes provisions for recycling preferences, Executive Order N-6-22 regarding Russia sanctions, and compliance with various state procurement regulations. Vendors must also submit comprehensive documentation including Payee Data Records, tax information, and certifications demonstrating their eligibility and compliance with California state contracting requirements.