32-12-6564A Personnel Hoist, Underbridge Inspection Truck

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is conducting a one-time procurement solicitation for a Personnel Hoist, Underbridge Inspection Truck through Invitation for Bid (IFB) Number 32-12-6564A. The specific procurement seeks one (1) specialized truck with a personnel hoist designed for underbridge inspection purposes, to be supplied in strict accordance with State of California Specification 07582-036-243 and associated technical drawings. This procurement is specifically managed by the Division of Equipment and represents a targeted acquisition for specialized transportation infrastructure inspection equipment. The solicitation was posted on May 13, 2025, with a firm bid submission deadline of June 12, 2025, providing potential vendors approximately 30 days to prepare and submit comprehensive responsive bids. Interested vendors must carefully review the detailed specifications in the attached solicitation document and ensure complete compliance with all technical requirements and performance standards outlined in the procurement documentation.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, typical Caltrans procurements often include provisions for small businesses, disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs), and local vendor preferences. The procurement appears to be a direct equipment acquisition with no indication of incumbent vendor information or integration requirements with existing infrastructure. Given the specialized nature of an underbridge inspection truck with a personnel hoist, potential bidders will likely need demonstrated expertise in specialized vehicle manufacturing, transportation infrastructure equipment, and compliance with state-level technical specifications. Though precise budget ranges are not specified in the available documentation, similar specialized transportation infrastructure equipment procurements typically range from $250,000 to $750,000, depending on specific technical configurations and advanced technological capabilities. Prospective vendors should anticipate a competitive bidding process that will carefully evaluate technical compliance, performance specifications, warranty terms, and overall value proposition.