Gas & Electric Forklifts, Pallet Jacks, and Material Handling Equipment – Repairs, Maintenance, New Equipment Setup, and Emergency Response

Mt. San Antonio College is seeking qualified contractors for an on-call service contract for gas and electric forklifts, pallet jacks, and material handling equipment repairs, maintenance, new equipment setup, and emergency response services. The Request for Qualifications (RFQUAL) covers a five-year period from September 2025 through August 2030, with proposals due by July 30, 2025, at 2:00 pm. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2025, at 1:30 pm. The procurement involves creating an on-call list of qualified consultants, with the potential to award multiple contracts. Proposals will be evaluated across six key criteria: proposal completeness (10 points), proposer experience (30 points), references (10 points), staffing and organization (10 points), proposed fees (25 points), and professional licenses and approvals (15 points). Contractors must provide comprehensive services including equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, new equipment setup, and 24/7 emergency response, with all work complying with OSHA regulations, manufacturer specifications, and local safety codes. The evaluation process will be three-stage, focusing on experience, qualifications, and cost, with potential interviews and final contract negotiations.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must be DIR (Department of Industrial Relations) registered and comply with prevailing wage requirements, with detailed labor standards outlined in the attached Prevailing_Wages_and_DIR.pdf document. For projects over $25,000, contractors will be required to provide Performance and Payment Bonds. The contract includes comprehensive insurance requirements, including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability coverage. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract allows the college to apportion requirements among multiple consultants and does not guarantee a minimum amount of work. Contractors must maintain professional standards, adhere to COVID-19 related policies, and ensure site safety and clean-up. The contract template indicates payment terms of net 30 days upon satisfactory completion of services, with potential for contract extension or early termination based on mutual agreement.