Sander Body With Anti-Ice, Directional, Roll-Off, 3CY & 6CY

The California Department of General Services, Procurement Division, is soliciting bids through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a mandatory statewide contract for 3 cubic yard and 6 cubic yard sander bodies with anti-ice, directional roll-off capabilities for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans). The contract term is set for three years, with two optional one-year extensions. The procurement is divided into two groups: Group 1 for 3CY units and Group 2 for 6CY units, with awards made to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest cost per group. All equipment must be new, the latest model in current production, and constructed primarily of stainless steel. Historical data from a previous contract of similar scope indicates a three-year expenditure of approximately $8.47 million. Bidders must adhere to strict submission requirements, using only the State's provided documents, including the Pricing Workbook, Technical Questionnaires for both 3CY and 6CY specifications, and a Narrative Response. Failure to include these mandatory attachments or altering the provided forms may result in bid rejection. While electronic submission via email is the primary method, electronic bid submissions are not allowed for this specific event, and bidders must follow the specific instructions outlined in the solicitation package. The evaluation process includes a three-phase inspection process, beginning with a pre-production model inspection in Sacramento and concluding with a final inspection at the delivery destination. Bidders are also required to provide various certifications, including disclosures regarding Generative AI usage, the Iran Contracting Act, and post-consumer recycled content. A 5 percent bid preference is available for certified small businesses.