Elevator Maintenance

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is requesting bids for elevator maintenance and inspection services under IFB due September 22, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., with a mandatory pre-bid walk-through on September 15, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. at CAL FIRE's Ramona facility. A 5% small business preference is available to certified small businesses or non-small businesses subcontracting at least 25% of the net bid price to certified small businesses; a 25% small business participation goal applies. Disabled veteran business enterprise participation is encouraged through an incentive program capped at $100,000.

Bidders must hold a valid C-11 Elevator Contractor license from the California Contractors State Licensing Board and current Department of Industrial Relations registration. The scope comprises 60 monthly inspection and maintenance services and 5 annual testing services, with $5,000 allocated for replacement parts and unforeseen issues. The contractor provides all materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, taxes, transportation, and fees for periodic examination, lubrication, repair, or replacement of elevator equipment.

Work is performed in San Diego County. Prevailing wages apply if the total bid amount exceeds $1,000. Bids exceeding $25,000 require a payment bond of 100% of the total contract amount prior to work commencement. Insurance must include the State of California as an additional insured. All bids must include certifications regarding non-collusion, employment of undocumented workers, Darfur Contracting Act compliance, and economic sanctions compliance. Written questions are due September 17, 2026. Bid opening will occur virtually on September 23, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive responsible bidder and is effective upon execution with no renewal options specified. Bids must be submitted electronically to Bids@fire.ca.gov.