IFB Title and Escrow in Lake and Mendocino Counties

The California Department of Transportation is seeking bids for title and escrow services in Lake and Mendocino Counties. The selected contractor will provide title and escrow services for the acquisition of properties needed to accommodate future state highway facilities. The contractor must possess a valid and current title and escrow license issued by the California Department of Insurance. The services will be performed on an on-call and as-needed basis, and the contractor must be able to provide quick and timely preliminary reports on multiple parcels associated with a transportation project. Some key aspects of the job include: • Providing title and escrow services for properties in Lake and Mendocino Counties • Possessing a valid and current title and escrow license issued by the California Department of Insurance • Performing services on an on-call and as-needed basis • Providing quick and timely preliminary reports on multiple parcels associated with a transportation project • Dealing with multiple types of deeds, such as grants, easements, and quitclaim deeds • Conducting title searches, including searches by legal descriptions and in-person searches at the county recorder’s office