25-64025 International Truck Service and Repair

The California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 25-64025 for International Truck Service and Repair at the Coalinga facility, seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive truck maintenance and repair services on an as-needed basis. The procurement covers a three-year contract term from November 1, 2025, through October 31, 2028, with an estimated work volume of 300 labor hours and an additional $22,000 allowance for parts and supplies. Key deliverables include all necessary materials, supplies, tools, equipment, transportation, licenses, and personnel to perform international truck service and repair. Bidders must maintain a service location within 90 miles of DSH-Coalinga and possess a valid license from the Department of Consumer Affairs' Bureau of Automotive Repair. The solicitation requires bidders to provide three references from similar service projects completed within the past two years. The bid submission deadline is October 17, 2025, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time, with a public bid opening scheduled for October 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Evaluation will focus on identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with specific attention to technical capabilities and compliance with detailed service requirements.

The procurement offers a 5% preference for small businesses and disabled veteran-owned businesses, creating opportunities for these enterprise types to compete more effectively. Bidders must comply with specific cybersecurity and data protection requirements, including provisions related to generative AI use and adherence to the California Consumer Privacy Protection Act. The contract will be awarded with potential preference adjustments based on small business or disabled veteran business enterprise status. While no incumbent vendor is specifically mentioned, the solicitation indicates a structured approach to vendor selection that emphasizes local service capacity, technical competence, and regulatory compliance. The total contract value appears to be structured around the 300 labor hours and $22,000 parts allowance, suggesting a potential maximum contract value of approximately $75,000-$100,000 for the three-year term, depending on actual service utilization and parts replacement needs. Interested vendors must carefully review all documentation and ensure they meet the comprehensive technical, operational, and regulatory requirements outlined in the IFB.