IFB BAR-24-08 EV Charger Maintenance and Repair Services

The California Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA), Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB BAR-24-08) for EV Charger Maintenance and Repair Services, seeking a certified C-10 Electrical Contractor to provide comprehensive maintenance and repair services for Electric Vehicle Fueling Systems (EVFS) and Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) across multiple locations in California. The contract, spanning from April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2028, requires annual inspection, maintenance, and repair services estimated at 1,000 hours, with an additional $120,000 allowance for repair parts replacement. The scope encompasses approximately 20 locations with EV chargers from manufacturers like ClipperCreek, ChargePoint, and BTC Power, with potential expansion to eight additional new locations during the contract term. Key procurement dates include February 11, 2025, as the final date for written questions, February 13, 2025, for question responses, February 18, 2025, as the bid submission deadline, and February 20, 2025, for the public bid opening. Bidders must be registered and licensed to do business in California, with the ability to service various EV charging infrastructure across the state.

The solicitation includes a Small Business preference of 5%, though Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirements are waived, with contractors permitted to voluntarily report DVBE participation. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract allows for flexible service coverage across multiple locations, suggesting potential opportunities for both established and emerging electrical service providers. The total contract value appears to be structured around the 1,000-hour service estimate and the $120,000 parts replacement allowance, indicating a potential total contract value approaching $250,000 over the three-year term. Bidders will need to demonstrate comprehensive electrical expertise, specifically in EV charging infrastructure maintenance, with the ability to service different charger manufacturers and adapt to potential location expansions. The procurement seems designed to ensure reliable, consistent maintenance of the state's growing electric vehicle charging network, with an emphasis on supporting small businesses and maintaining high-quality technical service capabilities.