Locker System

The Employment Development Department (EDD) of California has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a specialized locker system procurement across multiple jurisdictions including Sacramento County, Sacramento City, San Francisco City, and West Sacramento City. The solicitation seeks thirty-seven (37) locker units comprising a total of seventy-four (74) locker compartments, with specific requirements for design and functionality. These locker units must be California ADA compliant, feature keypad entry, and be capable of securing confidential mail while being mountable on wall studs and designed to withstand earthquakes. The lockers will operate on standard 110VAC power and are scheduled for delivery in November 2025. Vendors must submit completed quotes and required documentation by 3:00 PM PST on June 13, 2025, via email to Monique Rivera, with the submission including comprehensive administrative documentation such as the Bidder Declaration, CalRecycle 74 certification, and other state-mandated forms. The RFQ includes unique requirements around Generative AI Technology, mandating that vendors disclose any intent to use AI solutions that could materially impact system functionality or pose risks to the state.

The procurement opportunity includes specific set-aside provisions for Small Businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), requiring vendors to demonstrate a Commercially Useful Function as defined by California Government Code. Potential bidders must provide detailed information about their business certifications, including Microbusiness, Small Business, Nonprofit Veteran Service Agency, or DVBE status. Vendors are required to complete multiple certifications, including the Payee Data Record (STD 204), Unruh Civil Rights Law Certification, and Federal Debarment Certification. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive documentation and detailed technical requirements suggest a significant investment in this locker system infrastructure. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with various state regulations, including postconsumer recycled-content requirements and provisions related to the Darfur Contracting Act. Vendors must be prepared to provide unit pricing, shipping costs, and demonstrate full compliance with California state procurement guidelines and certification requirements.