Opportunity
Downey Planet bids #141334
City of Downey Solicits Fleet Autobody, Paint, and Frame Repair Services
Posted
May 04, 2026
Respond By
May 08, 2026
Identifier
141334
NAICS
811121, 811198, 811118
The City of Downey Public Works Department is seeking proposals for off-site automotive body, paint, and frame repair services for its municipal fleet, including emergency and utility vehicles. - Government Buyer: - City of Downey, Public Works Department, Maintenance Division - Products/Services Requested: - Off-site autobody, paint, and frame repair services for city fleet vehicles - Must include experience with utility and emergency vehicles - Pickup and delivery of vehicles required within 24 hours of request - Onsite damage estimates at the Public Works Maintenance Yard - Secure storage of vehicles and materials - Use of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts for all repairs unless otherwise authorized - Labor rates for body, paint, frame, mechanical work, OEM parts, and like-kind-quality parts - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs named; all repairs must use OEM parts unless otherwise approved - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors must have at least five years of experience in similar services - Required certifications: California Bureau of Automotive Repair, Hazardous Waste Identification Number, Spray Booth Permit Number, Aluminum Certification - Non-discrimination certification and compliance with all applicable codes and regulations - Emphasis on minimizing vehicle downtime - Period of Performance: - Three-year base contract with two optional one-year extensions (up to five years total) - Place of Performance: - Public Works Maintenance Yard, 12324 Bellflower Blvd, Downey, CA 90242
Description
The City of Downey Public Works Department/Maintenance Division is soliciting bids for off-site automotive body, paint, and frame repair services for the City's fleet vehicles. The work must meet specifications, industry standards, and be of the highest quality, completed on time. Minimum qualifications include certifications from the California Bureau of Automotive Repair and experience with utility and emergency vehicles. The contract term is three years with two one-year extensions, emphasizing quick turnaround, secure storage, and use of OEM parts unless authorized otherwise.