Description
The State of California’s Department of Water Resources is seeking a qualified contractor to provide light‑to‑medium construction equipment rentals on an as‑needed basis for its Southern Field Division (Los Angeles, Kern, and San Bernardino counties). The contract is for a three‑year term with two optional one‑year extensions, and includes a broad inventory of equipment ranging from trenchers and jack hammers to aerial lifts, generators, and trucks. Bidders must meet strict eligibility criteria, including a minimum 3 % DVBE participation, CARB compliance, and proximity of facilities within 50 mi of Castaic or Pearblossom. The procurement follows a competitive IFB process with a bid deadline of 30 Sep 2026.
• Scope: Rental of a wide array of light‑to‑medium construction machinery (e.g., skid steers, aerial lifts, compaction gear, generators, trucks, concrete tools).
• Delivery: Normal requests must be fulfilled within 48 hours; emergency requests within 4 hours, with verbal confirmation within 24 hours.
• Requirements: DVBE participation (≥ 3 %), CARB certification, business license, insurance, and extensive bid documentation (≥ 10 attachments).