CHP Calexico Scale Maintenance 15C626003

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for Scale Maintenance/Repair Services at the Calexico Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility (CVEF), specifically targeting semi-annual and annual maintenance of vehicle scales. The procurement encompasses comprehensive services including cleaning, rust control, inspection, lubrication, calibration, and necessary repairs at 1700 Carr Road, Calexico, CA 92231. Contractors must possess licensing from Los Angeles County Weights and Measures or the State Department of Food and Agriculture, and demonstrate test weight capabilities of at least 34,000 pounds, with 20,000 pounds being certified. The solicitation (IFB number 15C626003) requires contractors to perform maintenance on a fixed schedule, with specific requirements for semi-annual and annual maintenance, plus additional repair capabilities. A mandatory walk-through was scheduled for February 10, 2016, at 1:00 PM, with bid submissions due February 17, 2016, and bid opening on February 18, 2016. The contract term is 24 months, spanning from April 1, 2016, through March 31, 2018.

The procurement includes Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation incentives, though specific participation requirements have been waived for this contract. Small and micro businesses may receive preferences, and non-small business subcontractors can be considered for work not exceeding $50,000. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating $1,000,000 in general liability coverage. The pricing structure is comprehensive, including semi-annual and annual maintenance fees, with additional hourly rates for regular and overtime work, and a $35,000 contingency fund for approved repairs. While no incumbent vendor is specified, the contract appears designed to ensure continuous, high-quality maintenance of critical commercial vehicle scale infrastructure. The overall contract value would likely range between $50,000 and $100,000, depending on the frequency and extent of required maintenance and potential additional repair work.