Request for Quotation #25CL010 - Commercial Warewash Machine

The California Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is conducting a competitive Request for Quotation (RFQ #25CL010) for a Commercial Warewash Machine, with bids due on January 14, 2026. The solicitation, originally numbered DSH 2010 and revised on October 26, 2020, seeks to procure a commercial-grade warewashing machine for the Atascadero facility. Interested vendors must submit comprehensive bids through the Department of General Services portal, adhering to all specified solicitation requirements. The procurement will be awarded to the lowest-cost vendor, with specific emphasis on compliance with bidding instructions and submission guidelines. Key action dates include deadlines for post-award protests, with specific windows for requesting public notice of proposed award, submitting protests, and filing complete written protest statements. The procurement contact for this opportunity is Carolynn LaRue, located at 10333 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422.

The solicitation includes provisions for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, though the DVBE Program requirement has been waived for this specific procurement. Bidders are required to submit a Bidder Declaration Form and demonstrate commitment to using recycled products to the maximum extent economically feasible. The RFQ incorporates a DVBE incentive program that provides preference points based on participation levels, ranging from 3% to 5% or higher, with corresponding incentive percentages. In the event of tied bids, resolution will follow Government Code 14838 and California Code of Regulations, potentially utilizing a witnessed coin toss as a final determination method. A Small-Business Subcontractor Preference option is available through Department of General Services guidelines, providing additional opportunities for qualifying businesses. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the competitive nature of the procurement suggests vendors should prepare cost-competitive proposals that meet the technical specifications for the commercial warewash machine.