32-12-6438 Snow Vehicle, Passenger, Dual Track, Diesel

The California Department of Transportation, Division of Equipment, is conducting a one-time acquisition for the procurement of one (1) new snow vehicle, passenger, dual-track, diesel-powered unit to be delivered to Caltrans Shop 3 in Marysville, California. The solicitation, issued as an Invitation for Bid (IFB) on April 28, 2026, requires the vehicle to comply with State of California Specification 55180-036-261-6438 and must be delivered within 210 calendar days of purchase order receipt. The specified vehicle must feature a 6.7L turbocharged diesel engine with a minimum of 230 horsepower and 700 pound-feet of torque, CARB-certified for California off-road operation, with a fully enclosed two-person cab equipped with Roll Over Protection Structure (ROPS) certification, infinitely variable hydrostatic transmission, hydrostatic dynamic braking, and a 10-foot hydraulic 12-way plow. The equipment must be new and in current production, with a curb weight not exceeding 12,000 pounds and a gross vehicle weight rating not to exceed 20,000 pounds, capable of operating at elevations up to 10,000 feet in temperatures ranging from -20°F to +60°F, with a zero-foot turning radius and minimum speed of 14 miles per hour on fresh snow. Bidders must submit responses by May 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with bid opening at 2:15 PM via conference call, and the last day to submit written questions is May 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM. All submissions must include California seller's permit information, Payee Data Record (STD 204), Postconsumer Content Certification, Bidder Declaration Form (GSPD-05-105), and various compliance certifications including those addressing the Darfur Contracting Act, Iran Contracting Act, and California Civil Rights Laws. Award will be made on an "all or none" basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all requirements.

A five percent (5%) small business preference is available for certified small businesses or non-small businesses committing at least 25 percent subcontractor participation with California-certified small businesses. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in this one-time acquisition. Pricing must be submitted on an F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid basis and must be all-inclusive, calculated based on Sacramento sales tax rates; late delivery charges of $150 per unit per weekday (excluding state holidays) will apply, capped at 25 percent of the order value. All equipment must include a one-year manufacturer's warranty, operator's manuals, service manuals, parts books, and optional training, with compliance required for Caltrans Equipment Quality Standards for electrical, welding, paint, and coatings. An In-Shop Warranty Agreement at $220 per hour labor rate is mandatory, with replacement parts required to be available within five working days. While no specific budget range is disclosed in the solicitation, the estimated award value would be based on the single unit procurement and related warranty and delivery terms.