IFPQ Massack Safety Roadside Rest Area (SRRA) Janitorial and Grounds Maintenance

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a certified small business to provide comprehensive janitorial and grounds maintenance services for the Massack Safety Roadside Rest Area (SRRA) located in Plumas County. The solicitation, identified as Invitation for Price Quote (IFPQ) 02A2338, requires a contractor to furnish all necessary labor, supplies, tools, equipment, materials, and incidentals to maintain the rest area on a seven-day-per-week schedule, including holidays. Key deliverables include daily janitorial services, landscaping maintenance, and graffiti removal, with contractors required to pay employees at least the minimum CalHR rates for wages and benefits. The contract will span 18 months, anticipated to commence on May 1, 2025, and expire on October 31, 2027. Caltrans will evaluate quotes to determine the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with submission deadlines extended to December 2, 2024. Bidders must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and the Labor Commissioner's Office, and must comply with prevailing wage requirements.

The procurement is specifically designated for certified small businesses, with a total contract amount not exceeding the state's $250,000 threshold for small business awards. Contractors must demonstrate compliance with Government Code Section 19134 employee benefits requirements, offering three compliance options. Potential bidders will need to provide documentation proving their small business certification and ability to meet the comprehensive maintenance needs of the roadside rest area. While no incumbent vendor is explicitly mentioned, the solicitation indicates a competitive bidding process where the state reserves the right to reject all quotes for reasonable cause. The contract will be awarded on a monthly unit price basis, with payment structured according to the revised Price Quote Proposal. Bidders seeking additional information or accessible versions of solicitation documents can contact Caltrans at ADAdocs@dot.ca.gov or call (833) 713-2922 for accommodations.