32-12-6627 12 FT Wing Plow, CT STK NO> 685-4726

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Division of Equipment is conducting a one-time acquisition solicitation for fifty-one (51) Right Hand Wing Plows, each 12-feet in length, under Invitation for Bid (IFB) 32-12-6627. The procurement requires wing plows to be manufactured according to State of California Specification 05315-746-251 and supplied Caltrans drawings, with specific technical requirements for manufacturing, welding, painting, and materials. The solicitation was released on June 11, 2025, with bids due by 2:00 PM on July 10, 2025, and a bid opening scheduled for 2:15 PM the same day. Bidders must provide all-inclusive pricing with F.O.B. Destination and Freight Prepaid terms. The state reserves the right to purchase additional units up to 50% of the original quantity at the same bid prices. The contract includes a comprehensive one-year warranty covering parts and labor, commencing from the date Caltrans puts the unit into service, and will involve multiple inspection phases to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.

The solicitation includes provisions for small business preferences, offering a 5% preference for certified small businesses or non-small businesses that subcontract at least 25% to California certified small businesses. Potential bidders must meet extensive technical qualifications related to manufacturing capabilities, material specifications, and adherence to Caltrans engineering standards. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 51 wing plows, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The state has structured the procurement to encourage participation from California-based small businesses, providing competitive advantages to those meeting specific certification criteria. The contract allows for potential additional unit purchases within 180 days of the initial bid award, which could expand the overall contract value. Bidders will need to demonstrate technical expertise in manufacturing heavy equipment, specifically wing plows designed for transportation and road maintenance applications, with the ability to meet rigorous state-level technical specifications and quality control standards.