The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide routine incidental repair services for grounds‑keeping equipment at the Veterans Home of California – Chula Vista. The work includes preventive maintenance, mechanical/electrical diagnostics, parts replacement (up to $500 per repair at no charge to the Home), and a $12,000 parts allowance. Contractors must submit a completed Rate Sheet showing an hourly labor rate for an estimated 240 labor hours, hold all required state licenses, and employ factory‑trained technicians. The contract is a three‑year, fixed‑price agreement (July 1 2026 – June 30 2029) with small‑business, micro‑business, and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation incentives and reporting requirements.
• Scope: Routine repair, maintenance, and parts replacement for a detailed list of grounds equipment (e.g., Echo trimmers, Honda mower, John Deere mower, Stihl chainsaws, etc.).
• Financials: $12,000 parts allowance plus labor billed at the contractor’s submitted hourly rate (estimated 240 hrs).
• Requirements: State licenses, hazardous‑waste handling permit, factory‑trained technicians, 90‑day workmanship guarantee, compliance with DVBE and small‑business preference rules.
• Timeline: IFB posted March 27 2026, non‑mandatory site walk‑through April 2 2026, bid questions due April 7 2026, bid deadline April 13 2026, award expected April 21 2026, performance begins July 1 2026.