# City of Montebello PlanetBids #RFP 27-01

City of Montebello Solicits Auto Body Repair and Painting Services for City Vehicles

**Posted:** September 24, 2026
**Respond By:** October 29, 2026
**Identifier:** RFP 27-01
**NAICS:** 811121

The City of Montebello, through its Montebello Bus Lines (MBL) division, is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive auto body repair and painting services for City-owned vehicles and equipment.
- Government Buyer:
  - City of Montebello, Montebello Bus Lines (MBL), Transportation Department
- Scope of Services:
  - Complete auto body repair and painting for City vehicles and equipment
  - Collision damage repair, dent removal, exterior and interior body component replacement
  - Glass repair and replacement, vehicle painting and refinishing
  - Frame and structural repairs, welding (MIG, TIG, electric spot welding only)
  - Wheel alignment (thrust and four-wheel with printed reports)
  - Vehicle pickup, delivery, and towing services
  - Use of new, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - Paint materials must be supplied by qualified manufacturers such as Diamont, DuPont, Duramix, Kustom Shop, PPG, and Sherwin-Williams
- Notable Requirements:
  - Contractors must be licensed in California and use only new OEM parts for all replacements
  - Compliance with federal regulations, DBE participation, insurance, and performance bonds required
  - All workmanship and materials must meet specified quality and safety standards
  - No gas welding permitted; only approved electric welding methods
- Estimated annual expenditure is $75,000, with a contract term of three years and two optional one-year extensions (up to five years total)

### Description

The City of Montebello, Montebello Bus Lines, is soliciting proposals from qualified and experienced contractors licensed in California to provide auto body repair and painting services for City-owned vehicles and equipment on an as-needed basis. The contractor will assess vehicle damage, provide complete repair and refinishing services according to industry standards and City requirements, and ensure all workmanship and materials meet quality and safety standards. Additional responsibilities include providing detailed written estimates, completing repairs within reasonable timeframes, vehicle pickup, delivery, towing, warranty support, and related services to return vehicles to safe and reliable condition. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive irregularities as permitted by law.

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