IFB 32-12-6628 UBIT Rebuilt Services in accordance with Scope of Work 02982-SOW-251-6628_rev1

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB 32-12-6628) for the refurbishment of an existing Personnel Hoist - Under Bridge Inspection Truck (UBIT) Equipment with Identification Number 7001400. This one-time acquisition solicitation is being conducted by the Division of Equipment and covers two primary jurisdictions: Sacramento County and San Francisco City. The procurement seeks comprehensive rebuilding services in strict accordance with the State of California Specification Scope of Work document (02982-SOW-251-6628_rev1), which includes all associated technical drawings. The solicitation was posted on July 28, 2025, with a proposal submission deadline of August 21, 2025. Vendors are expected to provide detailed refurbishment services that meet the exact specifications outlined in the attached solicitation document, which is available as a 9MB PDF file. Potential bidders must carefully review the comprehensive scope of work and ensure complete compliance with all technical requirements and specifications for the UBIT equipment restoration.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, interested contractors should anticipate potential standard state procurement requirements regarding vendor qualifications. The procurement appears focused on technical capabilities and precise equipment restoration expertise for specialized transportation infrastructure inspection equipment. No incumbent vendor information or specific budget range was disclosed in the available documentation. The contract appears to be specifically targeted at vendors with specialized skills in heavy equipment refurbishment, particularly for transportation infrastructure inspection vehicles. Potential respondents should have demonstrated experience in mechanical restoration, understanding of transportation equipment standards, and the technical capacity to fully rehabilitate complex inspection truck systems. The solicitation suggests a highly technical procurement process that will likely involve detailed technical evaluation of proposed restoration approaches and vendor capabilities.