C5612188-D - Small Engine Equipment Maintenance and Repair Services

The State of California, through the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), is seeking a contractor to provide small engine equipment maintenance and repair services for the California State Prison Corcoran (COR). The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, supplies, equipment, and expertise necessary to perform inspection, service, and repair of various brand name small engine equipment such as riding and push lawnmowers, string trimmers, backpack blowers, and power edgers. The contract term is from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027. Bids are due by August 12, 2024 at 11:00 AM, and the public bid opening will be held on August 13, 2024 at 2:00 PM. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) includes a detailed rate sheet (Exhibit B-1) for the contractor to provide pricing on the estimated quantities of services.

The State is committed to achieving legislatively established goals for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation and will apply a DVBE incentive during the evaluation process. The IFB also includes a Small Business Preference Program, which provides a 5% preference for certified small and micro businesses. Bidders must complete and submit the required forms, including the GenAI Disclosure & Factsheet, to be considered responsive. The total contract amount will be the sum of the inspection/maintenance services, repair hourly rates, and parts costs, with an estimated $5,000 budget for parts.