IFB 08A4047, Elevator Maintenance in San Bernardino County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking a qualified contractor under Invitation for Bid 08A4047 to provide comprehensive elevator maintenance for 10 elevators located at the District 8 facilities in San Bernardino, California. The scope of work includes preventive maintenance, routine and non-routine repairs, safety inspections, testing, and lubrication. The contract requires strict adherence to California Code of Regulations Title 8 and DIR/DOSH safety regulations. Key performance deliverables include specific response times: one hour for entrapped passengers, two hours for non-routine service requests, and 48 hours for routine requests. Additionally, the contractor must perform a five-year full load test upon request and provide a one-year warranty against defects following the expiration of the agreement. The total bid proposal must not exceed 484,000.00 dollars. Bids are due by November 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM and must be submitted via mail or hand delivery to Sacramento, as electronic submissions are not accepted. Awarding is based on the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Special requirements include a payment bond for bids exceeding 25,000.00 dollars and compliance with prevailing wage laws for bids over 15,000.00 dollars. Preference is given to certified Small Businesses and Micro Businesses, and while not required, Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation is encouraged. Invoicing is conducted monthly in arrears and requires the submission of certified payroll records to avoid payment withholding.