IFB C25-33029 Moving Services (NSD, GEB, OCB)

The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) C25-33029 for comprehensive office moving services targeting the Northern California regions, specifically San Francisco and San Jose Districts. The solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to provide full-range moving services, which include removing office furniture, equipment, and related supplies from existing locations, transporting items, and reinstalling them according to DOR's Contract Administrator's instructions. Contractors must possess a C-61, Category D-34 License and provide current insurance certificates to be considered eligible. The proposed contract term runs from March 1, 2024, or upon approval, through February 28, 2026, with an option for a one-year renewal. Bidders are required to submit detailed documentation including business licenses, insurance certificates, and hourly rates for different worker classifications (driver, mover, helper/laborer, and supervisor). The bid opening is scheduled for June 14, 2022, at 2:00 p.m., with responses due by May 12, 2025. Work may be conducted outside standard business hours, including before 7:00 a.m., after 5:00 p.m., and on weekends as needed.

The IFB includes specific set-aside and incentive programs for Small Businesses and California Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), with statewide participation goals of 25% for certified Small Businesses and 3% for certified DVBEs. Bidders can receive an optional DVBE incentive ranging from 1% to 5% based on their level of DVBE participation, which will be applied during bid evaluation. The anticipated contract budget is approximately $350,000.00, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Potential bidders must complete the Darfur Contracting Act Certification, confirming their international business activities status. The state reserves the right to reject all bids and will evaluate submissions based on comprehensive criteria including technical capability, compliance with specifications, and overall responsiveness. Non-small businesses can also qualify for preference by committing to subcontract at least 25% of their bid price with a California certified small business, with a maximum computational preference of $50,000 per bid.