IFB - Multi-provider On-Call, and As-Needed Title and Escrow Services in Del Norte County

The California Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for a multi-provider, on-call, and as-needed agreement for title and escrow services to support property acquisitions for future state highway facilities in Del Norte County. The selected contractors must be title and escrow companies regulated by the California Department of Insurance. The scope of work includes providing preliminary title reports, managing escrow services typically concluded within 30 to 90 days, and recording deeds created by Caltrans. Key deliverables include title insurance policies and litigation guarantees, which must be delivered within 30 days of the close of escrow or upon written request. The agreement is estimated to expire on August 31, 2031, with a window for placing new orders from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2029. Awards will be granted to up to two lowest responsive and responsible bidders. Preference is given to firms certified as Small or Micro Businesses with the Department of General Services, though SB-PW certifications are ineligible. Bidders must submit a complete package including the bid proposal, specific DOT certifications, and a valid state license by the deadline of October 1, 2026. Performance is monitored by the Caltrans Contract Manager, and contractors are responsible for the cost of correcting any errors or inaccuracies in their work.