IFB 26C266000 CHP Tracy Area office Evidence Impound Tow and Storage Services

The California Department of Highway Patrol is requesting bids for 24-hour, seven-day-per-week evidence impound tow and storage services at the CHP Tracy Area office under IFB 26C266000, with bids due September 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and questions due September 1, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

The scope covers light-duty tows (minimum 14,000 lbs. GVWR), medium-duty tows (minimum 26,001 lbs. GVWR), heavy-duty tows (minimum 48,000 lbs. GVWR), rotator services, vehicle storage, and post-storage inspection charges on an as-needed basis. Bidders must submit hourly rates by vehicle weight category, rotator service rates, and daily storage rates for standard and commercial vehicles. Qualification requirements include a valid business license, good standing on the existing CHP Tracy Area Tow Service Agreement without suspensions in the past year, and a satisfactory history of business integrity. The successful bidder and all assigned personnel must pass driver license and fingerprint background checks before commencing work. Bidders must perform at least 75% of the work themselves and may subcontract no more than 25%.

Multiple preference programs apply: Small/Micro Business Preference (up to 5%), Non-Small Business Subcontractor Preference (up to 5%), DVBE Incentive (up to 5%), and Nonprofit Veteran Service Agency Small Business Preference (up to 5%). The DVBE participation requirement has been waived, though voluntary DVBE participation qualifies for incentive consideration.

The agreement term runs from December 1, 2026 through November 30, 2029, with possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. The solicitation is budgeted at $60,000, though the CHP makes no commitment to service volume and payment is based on actual costs rendered according to the rate schedule. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest evaluated bid after adjusting for applicable preferences. The public bid opening is scheduled for September 8, 2026 at 2:15 p.m.