Description
The California Highway Patrol is seeking a qualified towing and evidence‑impound storage provider for its Newhall Area Office. The contractor must deliver 24/7 tow services for light, medium, heavy and rotator vehicles, and maintain a secure, climate‑controlled storage yard that meets CHP security standards. Additional duties include vehicle inspections, monthly inventory reporting, and compliance with extensive licensing, insurance, and background‑check requirements. The contract runs three years (Nov 1 2026 – Oct 31 2029) with a maximum ceiling of $150,000, paid on an actual‑cost basis according to the bidder‑submitted rate schedule.
• 24‑hour, 7‑day‑a‑week towing and secure storage for evidence vehicles within the Newhall region.
• Must operate ≥ 75 % of work in‑house; up to 25 % can be subcontracted, all subcontractors meeting identical qualifications.
• Requires specific insurance limits, carrier identification, driver licensing, and fingerprint‑based security clearances.
• Preference adjustments possible for small‑business, DVBE, and non‑small‑business subcontractor participation (up to 10 % total).
• Bid submission due May 7 2026 2:00 PM; questions due April 30 2026 9:00 AM.