6000001983 Concrete and Asphalt Trucking/Transport and Disposal

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB #6000001983) for concrete and asphalt trucking, transportation, and disposal services through its Inmate Ward Labor (IWL) Program, specifically targeting San Bernardino County. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive trucking services, including equipment, drivers, trucks, licenses, permits, fuel, insurance, and all associated expenses for transporting asphalt and concrete materials from correctional facilities. Key deliverables include hauling up to 4,000 tons of clean asphalt, 2,500 tons of concrete, and 4,000 tons of oversized loads to permitted recycling facilities, utilizing trucks with a minimum 15-ton capacity. The IFB was released on March 30, 2016, with a bid submission deadline of April 19, 2016, at 11:00 AM, and the anticipated service period runs from June 15, 2016, to December 31, 2017. Contractors must submit pricing on the provided Rate Sheet (Exhibit B-1), detailing hourly rates, price per load, and standby time charged in 6-minute increments, with evaluation likely focusing on pricing, operational capability, and compliance with specified requirements.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside provisions and preferences for disadvantaged businesses, offering Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentives ranging from 1% to 5% based on participation levels, though DVBE participation is not mandatory. A Small Business preference of 5% is available for certified small businesses. Contractors must maintain specific insurance coverages, including $1,000,000 in commercial general liability and $1,000,000 in auto liability. The state has estimated the total contract value at $65,000, with services to be performed across multiple correctional institutions listed in Exhibit A-1. Successful bidders must demonstrate the ability to provide comprehensive trucking services, including all necessary equipment, personnel, and logistical capabilities. While no incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned, the contract appears structured to provide flexible, as-needed transportation services for correctional facility construction and demolition waste management.