C5613718-D - Storage Trailer Rental Services

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), Contracts Management Branch, is requesting bids for storage trailer rental services to support the California Health Care Facility (CHCF) in Stockton under IFB C5613718-D, with bids due October 14, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and public bid opening on October 15 at 2:00 p.m. A 25 percent Small Business participation requirement under Government Code 14838 applies; the State also offers a 5 percent Small Business/Micro Business preference (up to $50,000) and a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise incentive (1–5 percent, not to exceed $500,000).

The contractor shall supply either eight 53-foot or ten 48-foot storage trailers with minimum external dimensions of 53-foot length, 8.6-foot width, and 13.6-foot height. Trailers must be weathertight, structurally sound, clean, free of hazardous materials, and equipped with operable doors and functioning latching hardware. Delivery is anticipated for the week of November 2, 2026. The contractor must deliver trailers within twelve hours of notification during normal business hours (7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday–Friday) and remove individual units within ten business days of written notice. Repair services must be provided within twelve hours of notification, with 24/7 emergency contact availability. Contractors must maintain equipment in good working order, comply with institutional security requirements including advance personnel clearance, and hold a current California Department of Motor Vehicles Motor Carrier Permit if applicable.

Bidders must submit rates on Exhibit B-1 for daily rental, monthly rental, delivery and pickup charges, and estimated repair costs (estimated at $10,000 for the contract term). All pricing must include labor, materials, transportation, permits, licenses, and taxes. The agreement term runs from commencement upon approval through June 30, 2027. Award is made to the lowest responsible compliant bidder; in case of tie bids, the highest discount percentage on invoices paid within thirty days shall prevail, or a coin toss will determine the winner. Letters of Inquiry are due October 6, 2026. Payment is made monthly in arrears upon invoice approval, with the State bearing no liability for loss or damage except when caused by State negligent acts or omissions.