Bread pan straightening & resurfacing S04111589

The California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB No. S04111589) for bread pan straightening and resurfacing services at the R.J. Donovan Correctional Facility in San Diego. The procurement seeks a contractor to pick up, straighten, clean, and re-glaze 2,004 loaf bread pans, with specific dimensional requirements of 12.75" x 5.0" top loaf, 3.5" depth, and 13.625" x 30.5" overall length. Services must be completed within a 48-hour timeframe, with pick-up scheduled for Thursday/Friday and delivery between 0800-1630 hours. Bidders must demonstrate experience by providing three references from similar services completed in the past three years. The evaluation will be based on best value, considering cost, performance, and experience criteria. The original bid due date was May 11, 2016, but an addendum extended the submission deadline to May 18, 2016, at 3:00 PM, with a proposed contract start date of May 23, 2015. The contract includes an option for a one-year extension.

No specific small business, disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE), or other preference programs are applied to this solicitation. Contractors must maintain appropriate insurance, including Commercial General Liability and Worker's Compensation, with coverage of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence. While no set-aside designations are specified, CALPIA encourages the employment of ex-offenders as part of its mission to provide opportunities for rehabilitation. Bidders must comply with strict security provisions, including background checks, dress code requirements, and restrictions on items that can be brought into the correctional facility. The contract requires adherence to environmental regulations, Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, and antitrust laws. Pricing is requested on a per-pan unit price basis for the estimated 2,004 pans, with the total contract value dependent on the unit pricing submitted by the winning bidder. The procurement documents do not indicate an incumbent vendor or specify a precise budget range for the services.