26-10015-000 Diagnostic Testing and Automotive Repair Services for Ford Vehicles

The Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is requesting bids for diagnostic testing and automotive repair services for Ford vehicles under IFB 26-10015-000, with bids due August 17, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Bidders must be located within a 45-mile radius of DSH Atascadero—a restrictive geographic requirement. A 5% small business preference and a disabled veteran business enterprise incentive of 1–5% (based on participation level) are available.

The scope covers diagnostic testing and repair services on an as-needed basis, including all necessary materials, supplies, tools, equipment, transportation, and personnel. The contractor must hold a California business license, Automotive Repair Dealer License, DGS-approved auto repair facility status, and seller's permit. Two customer references from the past two years are required. Compensation is structured as hourly labor rates for repairs and per-unit diagnostic testing rates bid by the contractor across four fiscal periods, with estimated 619–675 repair hours and 16–18 diagnostic tests annually. Parts are reimbursable at current market price with no more than 15% markup; a parts not-to-exceed amount will be established.

The contract term runs September 23, 2026 through September 22, 2029 (three years). No estimated total contract value is stated. Award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder after applying applicable preferences and incentives. Questions are due August 6, 2026. Public bid opening is scheduled for August 20, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., with Notice of Intent to Award anticipated August 21, 2026. Invoices must be submitted monthly in arrears with service reports, vehicle identification numbers, odometer readings, and proof of parts costs.