IFB OAS-25-02 Armored Car Services

The California Department of Consumer Affairs, Office of Administrative Services (DCA/OAS) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) OAS-25-02 for Armored Car Services, specifically seeking a contractor to provide armored car pickup and delivery services in Sacramento. The primary service involves daily pickups from the DCA location at 1625 North Market Blvd., with deliveries to the Bank of America's West Sacramento cash vault, occurring five days per week after 1:00 PM Pacific Time for same-day 4:00 PM delivery, excluding state and federal holidays. The contract term is anticipated to run from September 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027, with bids due by July 3, 2025 at 5:00 PM and a public bid/cost opening scheduled for July 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM. Bidders must be registered with the California Secretary of State and comply with specific insurance requirements, including providing three professional references. The evaluation criteria focus on selecting the lowest responsive bidder, with potential mathematical corrections to the submitted cost sheet, and bidders must submit a comprehensive package including cost sheets, certification forms, references, and various state-required attachments.

While Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goals are exempted for this procurement, small businesses may receive a 5% preference in the bidding process. The solicitation does not specify an existing incumbent vendor or provide explicit infrastructure integration requirements. Invoicing will be conducted on a monthly basis, with payment contingent upon budget appropriations and satisfactory service delivery. Although a specific contract value is not disclosed, the detailed nature of the procurement suggests a structured and precise service requirement. Bidders will need to demonstrate capability in secure cash transportation, adherence to strict delivery schedules, and comprehensive compliance with state administrative protocols. The contract appears designed to ensure reliable, secure armored car services for the Department of Consumer Affairs, with a focus on precise operational execution and cost-effectiveness.