Thermoplastic Traffic Striping Material and Paint, Waterborne Traffic Line

The Department of General Services, Procurement Division is soliciting bids to establish a multi-year statewide contract for thermoplastic traffic striping material and waterborne traffic line paint. The contract is designed for mandatory use by all State of California departments and is also available for use by local governmental agencies. The award will be made by group to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest cost. The initial contract term is two years, with three optional one-year extensions. All prices must be firm fixed for the original term, and delivery is required within 45 calendar days after receipt of an order, though specific timelines apply for Caltrans orders following laboratory approval. The scope of work includes the procurement of hot-melt retroreflective thermoplastic and various waterborne paints, including rapid dry and high build varieties. Materials must adhere to strict specifications, including Federal Specification TT-P-1952F for high build paint and specific California air pollution control regulations. Rigorous packaging and labeling requirements are mandated, including specific container sizes, lining standards, and the use of white containers with identifying color bands. Quality assurance involves pre-award and pre-shipment sampling and testing by the Caltrans Transportation Laboratory. Bidders must provide a pricing workbook, narrative response, and relevant certifications, including California small business or DVBE status, and must certify compliance with the Iran Contracting Act and other state and federal regulations.