IFB 07A6272 Equipment Maintenance & Repair Services, Los Angeles County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB 07A6272) for equipment maintenance and repair services specifically targeting bridge infrastructure in Los Angeles County. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive maintenance and repair services for specialized equipment located at the Vincent Thomas Bridge and Long Beach International Gateway Bridge, including two bridge travelers, two Genie scissor lifts, two Pathfinder hydraulic cranes, four electric hoists, and four air compressors. Required services encompass routine and non-routine maintenance, including inspections, adjustments, testing, and preventative maintenance during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.). Bidders must possess specific credentials, including a C-61 Limited Specialty/D2 license, C-10 Electrical Contractor license, DOSH Surveyor certification, and current DOSH permits for compressors. Key procurement dates include a written question submission deadline of January 6, 2026, final bid submission by January 13, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and a bid opening at 2:30 p.m. the same day, with an estimated award date of January 27, 2026.

The contract includes several set-aside and preference provisions designed to support small and diverse businesses. A five percent small business preference is available for certified small businesses or non-small businesses committing to subcontract 25 percent of the net bid price to certified small businesses. Additionally, a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive program offers one to five percent incentives based on verified DVBE participation. The total bid proposal is capped at $461,000, with pricing structured as unit rates for equipment categories, hourly rates for non-routine repairs, and a fixed $10,000 materials allowance. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including commercial general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), automobile liability ($1,000,000), and workers' compensation with employer's liability ($1,000,000). The agreement is planned to commence February 1, 2026, and expire January 31, 2029, representing a three-year contract term. Prevailing wage requirements apply, and payment bonds at 100 percent of service request cost are mandatory for service requests exceeding $25,000.