IFB No. 121695 "As-Needed" Security System Maintenance and Repair Services

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 121695 for "As-Needed" Security System Maintenance and Repair Services targeting multiple Southern California facilities. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive security system maintenance and repair services across nine EDD facilities located in El Centro, Inglewood, Pasadena, Riverside, San Bernardino, Santa Barbara, and Torrance. Bidders must possess a valid C-7 or C-10 State Contractor's License and demonstrate capability to provide 24-hour emergency services. The contract will span three years, from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028, with bidders required to submit comprehensive documentation including a cost proposal, contractor declarations, and state-mandated certifications. Bids are due on October 9, 2025, by 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time, with hourly rates expected to cover all labor and travel costs, and overtime charges not exceeding one and one-half times the standard hourly rate. Material costs may include up to a 10% contractor markup, and all invoices must be accompanied by detailed receipts.

While Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirements have been waived for this IFB, the solicitation includes provisions for small business and microbusiness preferences, potentially offering 5% bid preferences under specific conditions. The bid includes multiple attachments detailing facility specifications, a comprehensive list of Southern California EDD facilities, and asbestos reports for each location. Although no incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned, the contract appears designed to accommodate multiple potential contractors capable of providing flexible, responsive security system maintenance across a diverse geographic region. While precise budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the multi-year contract and extensive facility coverage suggest a significant potential contract value. The procurement appears structured to ensure comprehensive, reliable security system maintenance with flexible service delivery capabilities across Southern California's EDD facilities.