Certified SB/MB/DVBE Only* Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation Service in Merced County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Price Quote (IFPQ #10A2757) for Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation Services specifically targeting Merced County. The procurement seeks to install two Level 3 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) chargers with four charging ports at the Merced Maintenance Station located at 1801 Motel Drive, Merced, CA 95341. Bidders must possess a valid C-10 Electrical Contractor license and be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. An optional pre-bid site inspection is scheduled for March 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM, with written questions due by 5:00 PM the same day. Price quotes are due by March 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM, with an anticipated contract award date of March 26, 2025. The contract term is set to run from approximately March 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Prevailing wages will apply if the total bid amount exceeds $15,000, and a payment bond of 100% is required for bids over $25,000.

This solicitation is exclusively set aside for certified Small Businesses (SB), including Micro Businesses (MB), Small Businesses for Public Works (SB-PW), or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE). Caltrans requires receiving at least two price quotes from certified SB/MBs or DVBEs before making an award. The maximum contract value is capped at $461,000, in accordance with Government Code Section 14838.7. The procurement covers jurisdictions including Merced County, Merced City, and the University of California-Merced CDP. Potential bidders must carefully review the solicitation documents and ensure they meet all certification requirements and technical specifications for electric vehicle charging station installation. The project represents a targeted investment in sustainable transportation infrastructure, focusing on expanding electric vehicle charging capabilities in the Merced region.