25-020 Graffiti removal services at the Arleta DMV field office

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is soliciting bids for graffiti removal services at the Arleta DMV field office located at 14400 Van Nuys Blvd, Arleta, CA 91331. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) 25-020 seeks an on-demand contractor to provide comprehensive graffiti removal services for various exterior and interior surfaces, including signs, walls, parking lots, fencing, benches, sidewalks, and other areas. Bidders must possess a valid C-33 contractor license and submit their proposals electronically via email by April 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with a bid opening scheduled for 2:30 PM the same day. The contract term is thirty-six (36) months, with a proposed start date of July 1, 2025, or upon contract approval. Key qualifications include compliance with prevailing wage requirements and, for bids over $25,000, registration as a public works contractor with the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR).

The procurement includes a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement of 3% for bids totaling $10,000 or more, with potential bid incentives ranging from 3-5% based on DVBE participation levels. The current contractor is Woods Maintenance Services, Inc., with a previous contract rate of $138.43 per graffiti removal service and a total contract value of $21,595.08. The estimated cost for the new 36-month contract is $9,000.00, with no guaranteed minimum number of service calls. Bidders must also comply with additional state requirements, including Executive Order N-6-22 regarding economic sanctions, and provide documentation such as a Bidder Declaration, STD 843 form, and proof of DVBE certification. The contract covers jurisdictions including Los Angeles County, Lake Los Angeles CDP, Los Angeles City, and East Los Angeles CDP, offering opportunities for local businesses to participate in this state-level procurement.