Description
The California Department of Transportation is seeking bids for on-call and as-needed title and escrow services in Nevada County. The selected contractor will provide quick and timely preliminary reports on multiple parcels associated with transportation projects, as well as escrow services. The contractor must be a title and escrow company regulated by the California Department of Insurance and have a valid and current title and escrow license. The contract will be awarded to the two lowest responsible bidders who meet all the specifications.
• The contract term is not specified, but the award date is estimated to be December 29, 2026.
• The contractor must be able to provide services within 30 to 90 days, depending on the project requirements.
• The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including California Civil Rights Laws and the Darfur Contracting Act.
• The contractor must also comply with the State's insurance requirements, including maintaining general liability insurance with limits of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate.
• The contractor must provide a certificate of insurance and an endorsement for the additional insured statement.
• The contract includes provisions for small business and microbusiness preferences, as well as disabled veteran business enterprise participation.
• The contract also includes provisions for protest and dispute resolution.