25-203 Exterior painting services at the Turlock DMV Field Office

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is seeking exterior painting services for the Turlock DMV Field Office located at 825 E. Monte Vista Ave., Turlock, CA through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 25-203. The comprehensive project involves pressure washing, priming, and painting various surfaces including stucco, metal, and wood, along with specific repair work such as replacing damaged signs and removing/replacing a section of west side soffit. Contractors must possess a valid C-33 contractor license and are required to complete the project within thirty (30) calendar days, with a proposed start date of December 1, 2025, or upon contract approval. Key procurement dates include a mandatory pre-bid conference on October 10, 2025, written questions due by October 14, 2025, and a bid submission deadline of October 22, 2025. The DMV will evaluate submissions based on the lowest responsible responsive bid, with specific attention to meeting all specified project requirements and documentation.

The procurement includes specific set-aside requirements for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), mandating a minimum 3% DVBE participation for bids over $10,000, with potential bid incentives ranging from 3-5% based on participation level. For bids exceeding $25,000, contractors and subcontractors must be registered public works contractors with the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). The estimated contract value is $80,000.00, with bidders required to submit multiple documents including a Bid/Bidder Certification Sheet, Cost Sheet, and Payee Data Record. Contractors must also comply with California civil rights laws and non-discrimination requirements. The DMV reserves the right to reject any bid that does not meet the specified criteria, with the procurement covering jurisdictions in Yolo and Stanislaus Counties. Prevailing wage requirements will apply to projects exceeding $1,000, adding an additional compliance consideration for potential bidders.