C5613063-D - Vehicle Lift Preventative Maintenance, Inspection, Testing, and Repair Services

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive Vehicle Lift Preventative Maintenance, Inspection, Testing, and Repair Services for Avenal State Prison (ASP) located in Kings County, California. The procurement, identified by Bid Number C5613063-D, requires services for four vehicle lifts with varying capacities between 10,000 and 30,000 pounds, including one Whip four-post lift and three Bend Pak lifts. Key deliverables include annual preventative maintenance, safety inspections, operational testing, and unlimited repair visits during normal business hours (7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday). Contractor qualifications include possessing a California Contractors State License (C-61 Limited Specialty Classification with D-21 Machinery and Pumps License), Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) Lift Inspector Certification, and documented technician training. The bid submission deadline is November 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM, with a public bid opening scheduled for November 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM. An optional facility walk-through is available on November 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM, and potential bidders must submit any letters of inquiry by November 4, 2025.

The procurement includes specific set-aside and participation requirements, mandating 25% small business participation under Government Code Section 14838, with certified small and micro-businesses encouraged to submit bids. A 5% disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) incentive is available, with a maximum potential value of $500,000 for qualified DVBE participation. The contract term spans three years, from April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2029, with no extension options. Estimated parts budget is $5,000 for the entire contract period, with pricing based on hourly repair rates and per-service maintenance rates specified in Exhibit B-1 Rate Sheet. Contractors must maintain minimum insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 commercial general liability, valid automobile insurance, and workers' compensation. Bidders must comply with OSHA, ANSI, and ALI standards, and prevailing wage rates apply. While no incumbent vendor is specified, the contract allows for potential early payment discounts, with a minimum of one-half of one percent and a $50 minimum dollar amount that could potentially serve as a tiebreaker in bid evaluation.