26-089 ¿ After-Hours Janitorial Services

After-hours janitorial services are required at the Bakersfield Southwest DMV Field Office located at 7000 Schirra Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313, under a 36-month contract with an estimated budget of $112,212. The scope of work includes routine and periodic cleaning of restrooms, floors, carpets, and entrances, with specific schedules for weekly, biweekly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual tasks, as detailed in Exhibit A. Contractors must provide a primary worker and a qualified backup, with 24-hour notice required for any personnel changes. DVBE participation of at least 3% is mandatory, and compliance with California state requirements for commercially useful functions and subcontracting is enforced through certifications and reporting obligations, including the submission of a DVBE Subcontracting Report (STD 817) post-award. All personnel must pass a DOJ Live Scan background check, at the contractor’s expense, and failure to do so results in immediate disqualification and replacement without cost to the DMV. Contracting parties must adhere to strict access controls, prohibiting unauthorized individuals from DMV premises, and are financially liable for lost keys, requiring reimbursement for rekeying costs. Uniforms with the contractor’s name and appropriate PPE must be provided, and only DMV-approved cleaning chemicals may be used, properly labeled and stored. Invoicing is to be submitted electronically to dmvfodbakersfields@dmv.ca.gov, including contractor name, agreement number, service period, and detailed charges, with no use of WAWF or IPP systems. Payment is governed by the California Prompt Payment Act, and the award will go to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder under a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology. The contract includes a funding option allowing DMV to cancel or amend the agreement if state funds are reduced or eliminated. Additional requirements include adherence to California civil rights laws, submission of a certified declaration regarding foreign operations if applicable, disclosure of any use of generative AI in performance, and compliance with economic sanctions, with violations potentially leading to termination after 30 days’ notice. The proposed start date is October 1, 2026, and bids must be submitted as a single non-fillable PDF not exceeding 100 MB to DMVBIDS@dmv.ca.gov by July 20, 2026, via Cal eProcure. All key personnel, insurance, and subcontractor information must be