25LS0011- Door Maintenance Services

The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) is seeking a contractor for Door Maintenance Services through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 25LS0011, specifically targeting the Lancaster California Veterans Home. The procurement requires a comprehensive door maintenance service that includes quarterly inspections, incidental repairs, and emergency services for various door types and mechanisms. Contractors must provide all necessary labor, materials, transportation, licenses, and permits to perform maintenance on door equipment, including Stanley and Detex door models. The contract mandates that service technicians be factory-trained and maintain appropriate certifications. A mandatory walkthrough is scheduled for October 8, 2025, at 45221 30th Street West, Lancaster, CA, with bid submissions due on October 20, 2025, at 5:00 PM and bid opening on October 22, 2025, at 11:30 AM. The contract term will run from November 1, 2025, or upon approval, through June 30, 2028, with the successful bidder selected based on being the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements.

The procurement includes provisions for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, with an encouraged goal of 3% DVBE involvement and an incentive program offering percentage-based benefits for confirmed participation ranging from 1% to 5%. Small businesses can also receive a 5% preference, with additional opportunities for those claiming small business subcontractor participation. The contract includes a $5,000 parts allocation and requires contractors to maintain multiple insurance coverages, including commercial general liability, professional liability, and workers' compensation. Bidders must comply with California Civil Rights Laws Certification, Darfur Contracting Act requirements, and disclose any use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in project deliverables. The contract covers services across multiple jurisdictions, including Los Angeles County, Lake Los Angeles CDP, Los Angeles City, and East Los Angeles CDP, with a total contract amount structured to include 12 quarterly services, 120 hours of Monday-Friday daytime incidental repairs, 60 hours of emergency services during standard business hours, and 40 hours of emergency services during off-hours, weekends, and holidays.