24-306 Telecommunications Network Cabling, Related Electrical Services, and Related Hardware Installation Services for Central California DMV Offices

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has released an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for telecommunications network cabling, related electrical services, and hardware installation services across Central California DMV offices. The procurement (Solicitation 24-306) covers comprehensive technology infrastructure deployment, including installation of Category-6e cable, speaker cable, coaxial cable, electrical circuits, and related equipment at 22 facility locations across multiple jurisdictions including Fresno County, Kern County, Kings County, Tulare County, and associated cities. Bidders must possess a valid C-10 contractor license from the California Contractors State License Board and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations for public works projects. Key technical deliverables include precise cable installations, electrical circuit modifications, and comprehensive equipment integration at DMV sites. Written questions are due by February 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM, with DMV responses scheduled for release by February 12, 2025. Bid submissions are required via email to DMVBIDS@dmv.ca.gov by February 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM, with a bid opening on February 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM.

The solicitation includes specific provisions for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, mandating a 3% DVBE requirement for bids exceeding $10,000 and offering a bid incentive of 3-5% based on DVBE participation levels. For bids over $25,000, a payment bond equal to 100% of the contract amount is required, and public works contractor registration is mandatory. The contract term is set for 36 months, commencing May 1, 2025 or upon contract approval, with an estimated project cost of $236,226.00. The DMV explicitly states that it does not guarantee minimum or maximum usage under the contract and will make awards based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid. Potential bidders should carefully review the 82 different line items covering materials and labor in the IFB, as the procurement involves detailed unit pricing requirements across multiple service categories. The solicitation covers a broad geographic area including Fresno City, Kingsburg City, Tulare City, and various county and CDP locations in Central California.