Certified SB, including MB, or a DVBE Only** IFPQ Designated Underground Storage Tank Operator (DUSTO) Services, San Bernardino County

California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), Division of Procurement and Contracts is requesting price quotes for Designated Underground Storage Tank Operator (DUSTO) services at Caltrans District 08 Rosa Parks Memorial building in San Bernardino under IFPQ 08A4043, with quotes due October 13, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. This solicitation is restricted to certified Small Businesses (SB), including Micro Businesses (MB), or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE) only — a decision-flipping set-aside.

Respondents must possess a valid C-61/D-40 (Service Station Equipment and Maintenance) license, a current California UST System Operator certificate from the International Code Council (ICC), and valid Department of Industrial Relations registration. An office or technician must be located within 60 driving miles of the service location.

The scope comprises monthly visual inspections (36 annually), annual leak monitor certifications (3 annually), overfill prevention and SB989 testing (1 occurrence), annual training (3 sessions annually), routine repair services (20 hours per month estimated), and non-routine repair services (10 hours per month estimated). All labor, equipment, tools, materials, parts, supplies, permits, and travel are the contractor's responsibility. Routine services are provided Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; non-routine services are available outside normal hours as needed.

The contract term runs February 1, 2027 through January 31, 2030. Parts, materials, supplies, and permits are capped at 3 percent of the actual subtotal cost, reimbursed on original receipts. Prevailing wage applies if the bid exceeds $15,000. Required insurance includes general liability ($1,000,000/$2,000,000), automobile liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), workers' compensation, and pollution liability ($1,000,000/$2,000,000).

A mandatory site inspection is October 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Written questions are due October 7, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Estimated award date is October 20, 2026. A minimum of two certified SB/MB or DVBE price quotes must be received before award.