IFB 25C590000 vehicle hoist maintenance- central LOS angeles area office

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 25C590000 for Vehicle Hoist Maintenance Services at the Central Los Angeles Area Office. The procurement specifically seeks a contractor to perform semi-annual maintenance services for two aboveground vehicle hoists, with comprehensive requirements for routine inspections and preventive maintenance. Prospective bidders must possess a C-61/D-21 California State Contracting License Board License and/or an Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) Certified Lift Inspector Certificate. A mandatory walk-through is scheduled for January 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with all questions due by January 22, 2025. Bids are due February 12, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with bid opening immediately following at 11:05 AM. The contract term will run from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028, and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements. Evaluation criteria will include compliance with licensing, insurance, and technical specifications detailed in the bid packet.

While Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirements are waived for this contract, bidders can receive DVBE incentives up to 5% if they choose to utilize DVBE subcontractors. A Small Business preference of up to 5% is available for certified small businesses. Contractors must maintain $1,000,000 in commercial general liability coverage and comply with prevailing wage requirements as determined by the Department of Industrial Relations. All bidders must be registered with DIR prior to submitting proposals. Though no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract's three-year duration and specialized maintenance nature suggest a moderate-value procurement focused on ensuring the operational reliability of vehicle maintenance equipment. The procurement is geographically limited to the Central Los Angeles Area Office, indicating a localized service requirement with potential for future similar contracts within the California Highway Patrol's broader infrastructure maintenance program.