HSR26-79 Interior/Exterior Window Washing and De-webbing Services in Bakersfield

The California High-Speed Rail Authority is soliciting bids under informal IFB HSR26-79 for interior and exterior window washing and de-webbing services at its Bakersfield office, with written questions due November 9, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. and bids due November 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The solicitation carries a 25 percent Small Business utilization goal, inclusive of a 3 percent Microbusiness carveout, and a 3 percent Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation goal, with a 5 percent SB/MB preference and a 3 to 5 percent DVBE participation incentive applicable.

Scope covers cleaning all designated glass surfaces, frames, sills, tracks, and mullions, plus removal of spider webs, insect residue, and related debris from window-adjacent surfaces. The single-story building is approximately 25 feet tall with storefront glazing and 48 interior sidelights. Service runs four full interior and exterior cycles per calendar year, one per quarter. Bid prices must include all labor, tools, materials, equipment, and travel, and no travel reimbursement is permitted. The contractor must implement stormwater best management practices, post warning signs, keep equipment operational, and correct deficiencies within 48 hours at no added cost. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability of not less than $1 million per occurrence, automobile liability compliant with the California Vehicle Code, and Workers' Compensation with employer liability of not less than $1 million if employees are engaged. Services occur Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except for emergencies or pre-approved special circumstances.

The contract term runs January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2029. Award goes to the lowest responsible responsive bid, and a coin flip breaks any tie. Written question responses will be released by November 13, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Bidders submit by email to Susie.Avalos@hsr.ca.gov or Contracts@hsr.ca.gov.