22-133832R5. FMD. WindowRigMaintenance

The California Department of General Services, Facilities Management Division (FMD) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 22-133832R5 for window rig maintenance services at the CalEPA Building in Sacramento, spanning Sacramento County and impacting San Diego City. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive maintenance for specialized equipment, including one Sky-Rider One Man Basket, one Tractel Power Roof Car, and one Powered Tractel Carriage. Required services encompass annual inspections, pre-use inspections, repairs, and technical support services, with a total contract duration of 36 months. Bidders must possess a valid Class C-61, Limited Specialty Classification D-39 Scaffolding Contractor license or D-21 Machinery and Pumps license to qualify. The solicitation timeline includes a non-mandatory walk-through on December 26, 2024, written questions due December 27, 2024, and final bid submissions due January 14, 2025. Technical support is limited to 40 hours per 12-month period, and all work is subject to prevailing wage requirements with mandatory contractor registration with the Department of Industrial Relations.

The contract includes specific set-aside provisions and preference programs, offering a Small Business preference of 5% and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentives ranging from 1-5% based on participation levels. A parts allowance of $80,000 is included in the contract, providing financial flexibility for necessary equipment replacements or repairs. Prospective bidders must be prepared to integrate with existing infrastructure and comply with all state and local regulatory requirements. While no incumbent vendor is specifically mentioned, the comprehensive nature of the maintenance contract suggests a robust approach to facility equipment management. The procurement appears designed to ensure ongoing, high-quality maintenance of critical building access and safety equipment, with clear expectations for technical expertise, responsive service, and compliance with state contracting guidelines. Potential contractors should carefully review the full solicitation documents to understand the complete scope of requirements and evaluation criteria.