South Pasadena Unified School District Opengov #2026-Informal-0373

Pasadena Solicits Onsite CHP BIT Inspection Services for Municipal Fleet

The City of Pasadena Department of Public Works, Building Systems and Fleet Management Division (BSFMD) is seeking a vendor to provide onsite California Highway Patrol (CHP) Basic Inspection of Terminals (BIT) services for its municipal fleet. - Government Buyer: - City of Pasadena Department of Public Works, Building Systems and Fleet Management Division - Scope of Work: - Onsite CHP BIT inspections for City-owned commercial vehicles and equipment - Fleet includes approximately 1,100 vehicles and equipment units - Inspections required for vehicles such as: - Commercial motor vehicles (GVWR 26,001 lbs or more) - Hazardous materials vehicles - Passenger vehicles for 10+ people - Combination vehicles - Comprehensive safety inspections covering brakes, steering, suspension, tires, lighting, windshield, mirrors, chassis, exhaust, safety equipment, and coupling devices - Detailed inspection reports and deficiency identification - Support for compliance with CHP and California Vehicle Code standards - Notable Requirements: - Onsite service at City facilities (primarily City Yards in Pasadena) - Strict data handling and recordkeeping protocols - Compliance with federal and state laws (Davis-Bacon Act, Clean Air Act, etc.) - Proof of insurance, licenses, and certifications required - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Estimated 700 inspection services required over the contract period

Description

The City of Pasadena Department of Public Works, Building Systems and Fleet Management Division is seeking a qualified vendor to provide onsite California Highway Patrol (CHP) Basic Inspection of Terminals (BIT) inspection services for City-owned commercial vehicles subject to CHP BIT Program requirements. The vendor will perform inspections including brake, steering, suspension, tires, lighting, and other safety components at City facilities primarily at City Yards in Pasadena. The contract covers the period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and includes providing inspection reports, identifying deficiencies, and supporting CHP compliance.

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