California eProcure #02A2547

Caltrans seeks multi-provider Title and Escrow Services for property acquisition in Tehama County

Caltrans is seeking multiple providers for on-call and as-needed Title and Escrow Services to support property acquisitions for state highway projects in Tehama County. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) - Division of Procurement and Contracts, District 03/North Region - Services Requested: - Title and escrow services for property acquisition - Preliminary title reports (10 per parcel) - Title record searches (10 per hour) - Statement of record ownership (5 per parcel) - Updates/continuation guarantees (5 per parcel) - Copies of additional documents (5 per document) - Document signing and preparation fees - Electronic recording and disbursement service fees - Electronic receipt and printing of loan and HOA documents - Title insurance and litigation guarantee rates (residential and commercial) - Escrow rates (residential and commercial) - 3rd party reconveyance and subordination fees (actual costs plus 10%) - Unique Requirements: - Providers must be regulated by the California Department of Insurance - Timely delivery of preliminary reports and expedited processing for some services - Ability to handle various deed types (grant, easement, quitclaim) - In-person searches at county recorder's office may be required - Small business and disabled veteran business enterprise participation encouraged (25% goal) - Providers must maintain all required licenses and certifications throughout contract - No specific OEMs or named vendors; this is a service-based procurement for licensed title and escrow companies.

Description

This solicitation is for a multi-provider on-call and as-needed service request-based Agreement to provide Title and Escrow Services for the acquisition of properties needed to accommodate future State highway facilities in Tehama County. The bidder must be a title and escrow company regulated by the California Department of Insurance and capable of providing quick and timely preliminary reports on multiple parcels associated with transportation projects. Services include title searches, escrow services, and handling various types of deeds, with some services potentially requiring expedited processing. The agreement requires maintaining valid licensing and meeting minimum qualifications as specified.

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