Lifemark 400 dual carriage record automated RE-striping system

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is conducting a Competitive Informal Request for Quote (RFQ) for the LifeMark 400 Dual Carriage Record Automated Re-Striping System, an innovative technology designed to manage longitudinal traffic markings without requiring a rear operator. The procurement seeks to acquire a comprehensive system that addresses workforce challenges and enhances road safety by enabling new personnel to quickly develop striping skills while minimizing worker exposure to roadway hazards. The solicitation includes five specific line items: the LifeMark 400 system, general system assembly labor, a second rear cab monitor, a fifth forward-facing camera for automatic re-striping, and two instances of chassis transport and transfer services. Written questions were due by December 11, 2025, at 5:00 PM, with quote submissions required by December 18, 2025, at 5:00 PM. The Notice of Intent to Award is expected on January 2, 2026, and quotes will remain valid for 60 days from the due date. Evaluation will focus on selecting the lowest responsive responsible bidder, with award potentially made on an all-or-none or individual items basis, and the State reserving the right to accept any item or combination of items.

The solicitation incorporates several small business and diversity enterprise programs, including opportunities for Microbusiness, Small Business, Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises. A five percent Small Business preference and a five percent DVBE incentive are available, with DVBE incentives applied only for evaluation purposes. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including a Bidder Declaration Form, California Civil Rights Laws Certification (for contracts exceeding $100,000), and a Commercially Useful Function Certification. Notably, the procurement requires disclosure of any Generative Artificial Intelligence use in completing deliverables, with potential disqualification for non-disclosure. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates the procurement is for Information Technology goods valued over $50,000. The contract includes specific service level requirements, mandating 99.9% uptime for licensed programs and defining technical support response times ranging from 60 minutes for critical issues to 48 hours for low-impact items.