RFQ 10784738

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) has issued Request for Quote (RFQ) #10784738 for the procurement of 54 automobile diagnostic scan tools to support the agency's Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs. The procurement seeks a specialized portable diagnostic device with specific technical requirements, including a removable battery, color capacitive touchscreen display, compatibility with Global OBD-II standards, and the ability to interface with over 100 OEM-specific vehicle systems. The RFQ was posted on February 28, 2025, with a response deadline of March 14, 2025, and requires vendors to submit quotes via email to Robin Adams at the IT Contracts Acquisitions Unit in Rancho Cordova. Delivery of the equipment is mandated within 30 calendar days after receipt of order, with distribution planned across 17 different correctional facilities as detailed in the attached distribution list. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder on an "all or none" basis, with quotes required to be F.O.B. Destination and include prepaid freight.

The procurement is restricted to firms headquartered and doing business within the United States, explicitly prohibiting foreign or international companies from participating. The RFQ includes provisions for Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) preferences, with a maximum allowance of 40% subcontracting. Vendors must submit various mandatory documentation, including the Bidder Declaration (GSPD-05-105), Postconsumer Recycled-Content Certification, and other state-required forms. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 54 units of diagnostic tools distributed across multiple correctional institutions. The CDCR reserves the right to reject any or all quotes if deemed in the state's best interest, and the procurement emphasizes that any manufacturer references are descriptive rather than restrictive, allowing vendors to offer equivalent items that meet the same specifications and quality standards.