IFB Multi-provider Title and Escrow in Lake and Mendocino Counties

California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking qualified firms to provide on‑call, as‑needed title and escrow services for real‑property transactions in Lake and Mendocino Counties. The contractor must hold a current California Title and Escrow license and will be responsible for title searches, issuance of title insurance policies, escrow administration, reconveyance facilitation, and related documentation. Work will be performed under a multi‑provider agreement with a five‑year base term (possible extensions). • Scope includes title searches, title insurance issuance, escrow closings, and coordination of reconveyances for Caltrans‑owned parcels. • Contractor must absorb recording fees for documents exempt under California Government Code § 27383; third‑party reconveyance fees are reimbursed up to $1,000 per deed, capped by a line‑item ceiling. • Bids must be submitted by July 16 2026 (2 PM PT); questions due April 14 2026 (2 PM PT).