Certified SB, including MB, SB-PW, or a DVBE Only** Portable Restroom Services in Alameda County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Price Quote (IFPQ) for portable restroom services in Alameda County, targeting a specific contract for rental, delivery, setup, maintenance, pumping, and disposal services. The procurement involves providing one rented portable restroom with sink at Bay Farm Island Drawbridge and maintenance services for two Caltrans-owned portable restrooms at the San Leandro Maintenance Facility. The contract is scheduled to commence on September 1, 2025, or upon Department of General Services approval, and will run through August 31, 2028. Bidders must submit their quotes by August 13, 2025, at 3:00 pm Pacific Time, with a proposed award date of August 27, 2025. Key requirements include possessing a valid Motor Carrier Permit, being registered with the Department of Industrial Relations, and complying with organic waste recycling regulations. Bidders must submit several documents, including a Price Quote Proposal, Bid/Bidder Certification Sheet, Motor Carrier Permit, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, and proof of DIR registration. The solicitation requires prevailing wages for work exceeding $15,000 and covers both weekly and on-call portable restroom services.

The contract is exclusively set aside for Small Business (SB), Micro Business (MB), or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) certified contractors, with a contract value range between $5,000 and $250,000. This procurement specifically limits participation to businesses that have obtained certification in one of these designated categories, effectively creating a restricted competitive environment. The jurisdictions involved in this procurement include Alameda County, San Francisco City, and Alameda City, suggesting potential service areas beyond the immediate project sites. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation indicates a clear preference for supporting small and veteran-owned businesses through this targeted procurement approach. The contract includes provisions for both rented and existing Caltrans-owned portable restrooms, with estimated quantities and service requirements detailed in the solicitation documents. Potential bidders should carefully review all requirements, particularly the certification prerequisites and technical specifications, to ensure full compliance with the solicitation's comprehensive guidelines.