24-219068 IFB - Window Washing Services

The California Department of General Services, Facilities Management Division (FMD) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 24-219068 for window washing services across three state-owned buildings located in Riverside, Van Nuys, and Fresno. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive window washing services, including interior and exterior window cleaning, exterior pressure washing, and emergency services as needed. Bidders must be prepared to perform scheduled maintenance and respond to unforeseeable service requirements, with pricing required for normal business hours, after-hours, and emergency services. Non-mandatory site walk-throughs are scheduled for March 10-12, 2025, with written questions due by March 14, 2025. The formal bid submission deadline is April 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM PT, with bid opening set for April 2, 2025. Contractors must possess specific licensing credentials, including Class C-61 Limited Specialty and D-38 Sand and Water Blasting licenses, and must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. Key qualifications include providing proof of general liability, commercial automobile, and workers' compensation insurance, with the contract term spanning 36 months.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside designations and preferences for disadvantaged businesses, mandating a 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement with additional incentives for higher DVBE participation up to 7%. A 5% Small Business preference is available for certified small businesses. The contract is subject to prevailing wage requirements, which may impact labor costs and contractor selection. While no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of services across multiple state buildings suggests a potentially significant contract value. The procurement spans jurisdictions including Fresno County, Los Angeles County, Riverside County, and the cities of Fremont, Torrance, and Riverside, indicating a broad geographical scope for the window washing services. Interested bidders must carefully review all documentation, meet stringent qualifications, and demonstrate capability to provide consistent, high-quality window and pressure washing services across state-owned facilities.