32-12-6620 Detachable Gooseneck Fliptail Trailer

The California Department of Transportation's Division of Equipment is conducting a one-time acquisition solicitation for three (3) MC 60216 Detachable Gooseneck Fliptail Trailers through Invitation for Bid (IFB) number 32-12-6620. The procurement is specifically for specialized transportation equipment that must strictly adhere to State of California Specification 60216-545-6620, with accompanying technical drawings defining precise requirements. This solicitation was posted on October 9, 2025, with proposals due by November 6, 2025, providing potential bidders approximately four weeks to prepare and submit comprehensive responses. Vendors must carefully review the detailed 17MB solicitation document (IFB_32-12-6620_Solicitation.pdf) to understand the comprehensive technical specifications and compliance standards for the trailers. The procurement appears focused on acquiring high-quality, purpose-built trailers that meet exacting state transportation infrastructure and equipment standards.

While the available documentation does not explicitly outline set-aside designations or specific vendor restrictions, the specialized nature of the equipment suggests a competitive bidding process open to qualified manufacturers and distributors of heavy-duty transportation trailers. The procurement appears to be a standard state-level competitive acquisition without clear indications of disadvantaged business enterprise preferences or mandatory small business participation. The solicitation does not provide explicit budget ranges or estimated award values, though the procurement of three specialized trailers implies a significant investment in transportation infrastructure equipment. Potential bidders should anticipate a rigorous technical evaluation process that will assess compliance with specified technical requirements, manufacturing standards, and potential long-term durability and performance metrics for the Detachable Gooseneck Fliptail Trailers.