26-056 ¿ Commercial Driver License (CDL) Basic Skills Test Training for Employer Testing Program (ETP) Examiners in Northern California

This contract solicits Commercial Driver License (CDL) basic skills test training services for Employer Testing Program (ETP) examiners located in Northern California, specifically within 40 miles of the Sacramento DMV facility. The training involves a four-day program designed to ensure ETP examiners are proficient in CDL skills test administration in accordance with the 2019 and 2023 California CDL Examiner Manuals. The contractor is responsible for providing qualified instructors, training facilities, vehicles (including Class A tractor, Class B bus, and trailer), and training areas that meet DMV specifications and federal safety standards. Instructors must have a minimum of three years’ experience, hold valid licenses and endorsements, and be approved by the DMV prior to conducting training. The government retains oversight through inspections of training areas, vehicle condition, and instructor performance, with acceptance taking place at the contractor’s facility. The contract term spans 24 months, with an optional 12-month extension at the DMV’s discretion. Bids are evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, requiring full compliance with bid submission instructions and certifications, including those related to small business enterprise (SBE), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, and economic sanctions compliance. While DVBE participation is not mandatory, commitments trigger detailed reporting and certification requirements. The contract incorporates California state-specific clauses covering insurance, economic sanctions, subcontracting prohibitions, and payment terms, including a final holdback tied to DVBE compliance. Invoicing is done via email, and no formal federal acquisition clauses or MIL-STD packaging requirements apply. The solicitation process mandates electronic proposal submission by May 22, 2026, with strict formatting and deadline compliance. The award will go to the lowest priced bid meeting all responsiveness and responsibility criteria, and the contractor must perform all training services directly without subcontracting.