25CS0058 - *DVBE Only* - Window and Window Screen Repair and Replacement Services

The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) has initiated a solicitation (25CS0058) for Window and Window Screen Repair and Replacement Services at the Veterans Home of California located in Chula Vista. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive window and screen maintenance, including routine and emergency repair services for facility windows. Specific services include replacing broken or damaged windows and screens, repairing window seals, clips, rollers, weather stripping, and caulking, with response times of 24 hours for routine requests and 2 hours for emergency services. Contractors must hold a valid California C-17 Glazing Contractor license and comply with all federal and state regulations. The mandatory walk-through is scheduled for November 19, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. PST, with attendance confirmation required by November 18, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. PST. Written questions must be submitted by November 21, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. PST, with responses posted by November 25, 2025. The final quote submission deadline is December 2, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. PST, with quotes to be emailed to Juan.Camero@calvet.ca.gov.

This solicitation is exclusively reserved for certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), with a contract term from January 1, 2026, or upon approval, through June 30, 2028. The procurement includes a materials reimbursement allowance of $15,000.00 for the contract duration, with materials to be reimbursed at actual cost plus 10 percent. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance, including Commercial General Liability with a $1,000,000 combined single limit and workers' compensation coverage. The state will withhold $10,000 from the final payment until the contractor complies with DVBE certification requirements. Pricing is structured as all-inclusive hourly rates for labor services across three categories: routine services during normal business hours (240 hours), after-hours routine services (60 hours), and emergency services on weekends and holidays (48 hours). Contractors must complete multiple certification forms, including DVBE Declarations, Bidder Declarations, Commercially Useful Function Certification, and Darfur Contracting Act Certification, demonstrating a comprehensive compliance approach for this specialized procurement.