Backup Furniture Transportation, Delivery, and Installation Services (IFB No. S01972430)

The California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) is soliciting Invitation for Bid (IFB No. S01972430) for backup furniture transportation, delivery, and installation services across three California regions: Northern, Central, and Southern. The contract will provide comprehensive logistics services including furniture pickup from CALPIA locations, transportation, delivery, assembly, and installation at customer sites. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience and possess specific equipment requirements, including one twenty-foot box truck with liftgate, four trucks/tractors with trailers, and at least four drivers with valid California Commercial Driver's Licenses. The contract will be awarded on a best value basis, evaluating cost, past performance, and contractor experience. Pricing is structured on a rate-per-pound basis for different service levels such as dock-to-dock, dockside, set-in-place, and hand carry, with additional hourly standby and per-mile rates. The contract term is two years with an option to extend for one additional year, and bids are due by December 19, 2024, at 3:00 PM PT.

No specific small business or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) preferences are granted for this solicitation. Contractors must directly perform all services, with no subcontracting permitted, and must maintain required licenses, permits, and insurance coverage including Commercial General Liability, Worker's Compensation, and Automotive Liability. A fuel surcharge may be applied based on Department of Energy fuel costs. Contractors will be required to comply with strict security provisions when working within California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation facilities, including submitting personnel for background checks, adhering to facility entry protocols, and following specific dress and conduct guidelines. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the backup nature of the contract suggests CALPIA anticipates multiple vendors to ensure service reliability across different geographic regions. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate robust operational capabilities, compliance with detailed security protocols, and competitive pricing structures to be considered for award.