32-12-6649 body, 1000 gallon chemical spray system, roll-off

The California Department of Transportation, Division of Equipment, is conducting a one-time Invitation for Bid (IFB 32-12-6649) for the procurement of ten (10) complete 1,000-gallon chemical spray system roll-off bodies designed for herbicide application on state-owned 4x2 diesel-powered conventional trucks. The units must comply with State of California Specification BDYROFSPYTK33-444-261 and accompanying technical drawings spanning 142 pages with detailed mechanical assemblies, weldment specifications, plumbing schematics, electrical schematics, and bill of materials. Each integrated roll-off skid system includes a 1,000-gallon water tank, dual hydraulic pumps rated for 3,000 PSI minimum, side spray boom assemblies with solenoid controls, rear spray bar assembly, hose reel system, and comprehensive electrical control systems with Anderson SB175 power connectors and Deutsch connectors. Deliverables must meet strict Caltrans Equipment Quality Standards requiring compliance with ANSI Y14.5-2009 tolerancing standards, specific welding procedures, Sikaflex-521 sealant finishing, and Rust-Oleum AS9100 epoxy paint systems using primarily stainless steel (304/316) and zinc-plated components. The solicitation was released April 24, 2026, with the last day for submitting written questions on May 4, 2026, before 4:00 PM, and bids due May 14, 2026, before 2:00 PM with public bid opening at 2:15 PM the same day. The first pre-production unit must be delivered within 180 days after receipt of purchase order, with final acceptance and delivery of all units required within 420 days. Units will be distributed to seven different Caltrans shop locations across California on an F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid basis. Bidders must be the equipment manufacturer, an authorized factory dealer, or have written manufacturer authorization, with a qualified factory-authorized service representative required to attend pre-production and pre-delivery inspections at the supplier's expense.

The solicitation does not contain a specific small business set-aside; however, bidders may claim small business, minority business, disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE), or non-small business with small business subcontractor preferences if applicable and properly certified. Evaluation and award will be made on an "All or None" basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all administrative and technical requirements, with the State reserving the right to purchase additional units up to 50 percent of the order quantity at bid prices within 180 days of award. Pricing must be submitted via email and shall be all-inclusive with no additional charges for delivery, insurance, permits, or other costs unless expressly itemized, with sales tax calculated based on Sacramento city rates. Late delivery charges of $145.00 per unit per workday apply, not to exceed 25 percent of the total order value, and price escalation requests are permitted after four months only if costs increase by at least one percent with substantiating documentation. Up to 10 percent of the bid amount may be added to the purchase order for State-requested options and unanticipated work. No specific budget range or incumbent vendor information is provided in the solicitation documents, though the comprehensive nature of the equipment specifications and manufacturing requirements suggests this represents a significant capital procurement for the State.