26-30024-000 - Date Time Stamp Machine Repair Services

The California Department of State Hospitals is soliciting bids for Date Time Stamp Machine Repair Services for its forensic psychiatric hospital in Patton, California. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary personnel, equipment, and materials to perform as-needed preventative maintenance and repairs for specific machine brands, including Rapidprint, Simplex, Acroprint, Lathem, and Amano. All services must be performed by qualified technicians in accordance with manufacturer specifications and Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. The anticipated period of performance runs from November 12, 2026, through June 30, 2029, with estimated annual volumes of 20 machines for maintenance and 20 hours of repair labor. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with specific preference incentives available for certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises. Awardees must provide both performance and payment bonds not less than the contract price and comply with rigorous security requirements, including fingerprinting, drug testing, and tuberculin skin testing for personnel. Invoicing is conducted monthly in arrears with a requirement for itemized billing of all labor, parts, and taxes. Bidders must submit sealed proposals by October 28, 2026, and certify their legal right to do business in California, including maintaining good standing with the Secretary of State for corporate entities.