26-1118 compact EXT CAB 4X4 pickup truck W/folding bed cover

The State of California is conducting a competitive Request for Bids (RFB-IS-26200888) for the procurement of one compact extended cab 4x4 pickup truck equipped with a folding bed cover, solicitation number 26-1118. This is a one-time equipment purchase rather than an ongoing service contract, with the vehicle required to meet all specified operational and performance standards for fleet use. The procurement specifies mandatory features including the extended cab configuration, four-wheel drive functionality, payload capacity, and an integrated folding bed cover system, with all bidders required to demonstrate full compliance with the stated technical and functional parameters to be considered for award. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that meets all technical specifications and requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. Bidders must submit sealed bids with detailed pricing, delivery timelines, warranty information, and compliance documentation with all applicable state and federal regulations by the May 8, 2026 deadline, with the solicitation posted on April 23, 2026. All potential vendors are required to complete and submit the standardized forms established in Appendix A (Purchasing Required Forms), including certification statements, business information submissions, and attestations regarding vendor qualifications and regulatory compliance, with incomplete submissions or missing required forms resulting in bid rejection.

The solicitation documents do not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions limiting responses to particular organization types, disadvantaged enterprises, or minority-owned businesses based on the available information. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the procurement materials, indicating this represents a new equipment acquisition rather than a renewal or extension of existing contracts. The pricing structure is detailed in Exhibit 6, which establishes the baseline pricing, itemized costs, and unit prices for the specified truck configuration to ensure standardized pricing across all potential bidders and transparent cost comparison during the evaluation process. The evaluation criteria focus on cost and conformance to specifications, with award contingent upon both competitive pricing and complete technical compliance with all state requirements for the compact extended cab 4x4 pickup truck configuration with integrated folding bed cover. While the specific award value or budget range is not explicitly stated in the available summary information, the procurement framework references Exhibit 6 as the financial basis for pricing evaluation and contract terms.