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The state of California encourages purchases that save money, reduce harmful emissions, and increase fuel efficiency. Tires are an important part of any state vehicle's fuel efficiency. The state of California encourages the purchase of low-rolling-resistance tires for fuel efficiency, which may not be offered by traditional standard tires for fleet vehicles purchased previously.

The cost of gas has risen steadily over the years. Fuel savings can add up over time, especially if you choose original equipment manufacturer (OEM) recommended tread wear tires. To learn more about these options and other ways to reduce your carbon footprint, visit the Buying Green Guide. Once there, select Transportation then Tires. Expand Green Contracts to view tire contracts offered for various vehicle types.

MoneyOverview of State Spend

The table below shows a breakdown of data, by department. Total annual purchases of tires and tire services are estimated to be $5,593,741 in 2022.

State Departments

Total Spend by Department on Tires and Tire Services

Department of Transportation (Caltrans)

$2,503,517

Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CalFire)

$1,090,616

California Highway Patrol (CHP)

$892,115

Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)

$355,164

Department of Water Resources

$183,254

Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES)

$134,163

Department of Parks and Recreation (PARKS)

$132,374

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)

$104,510

Department of Education

$35,344

Department of General Services (DGS)

$29,795

California Conservation Corps (CCC)

$17,615

Department of Public Health (CDPH)

$15,937

Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA)

$15,223

Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)

$11,286

Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet)

$10,450

Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA)

$8,010

Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

$5,963

Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)

$5,549

Department of Justice (DOJ)

$5,342

California Military Department (CalGuard)

$4,878

Department of State Hospitals

$4,875

Franchise Tax Board

$4,418

Department of Insurance (CDI)

$3,882

California Tahoe Conservancy

$2,994

Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC)

$2,748

California Lottery (CALottery)

$2,439

California Exposition and State Fair (CAL EXPO)

$1,856

Employment Development Department (EDD)

$1,507

Department of Health Care Services (HCS)

$1,386

Department of Cannabis Control

$1,194

State Controller's Office (SCO)

$1,068

Department of Industrial Relations (DIR)

$870

Department of Developmental Services

$739

California State Lands Commission

$711

Department of Health Care Access and Information

$672

Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR)

$650

Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC)

$630

2022 Total Spend on Tires and Tire Services

$5,593,741

Source: DGS 2022 Usage Reports

 

 

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Buy Wisely

Why Buy Green?

Here are some tips to help you make the best purchase for your state department when it comes to tires.

Fleet managers and drivers can reduce vehicle related costs and minimize carbon footprints by implementing fuel- efficient equipment designed to save fuel.

 

Implementing these systems will allow your department to better manage their vehicles. Such strategies are cost-efficient and do not require extended vehicle down-time.

  • Tires with a take back program to divert landfill waste
  • Tires with end-of-life programs to divert landfill waste
  • Tires that are retreaded
  • Tires with U.S. EPA SmartWay Certified low resistance
  • Tires with low rolling resistance

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The California Procurement and Contracting Academy (CalPCA) has developed training modules to help requisitioners, buyers, supervisors and managers buy green with ease. These training programs assist procurement officials by introducing the criteria that can be used while purchasing goods and services to increase EPP within a department. 

 

To participate in online self-paced training, register free here.  
The EPP BASIC training will cover:

  1. Third-Party Environmental Certifications verify processes that validate the relevant environmental claims and the product’s performance. They are referred to as eco-labels, green labels, or sustainability certifications. The training will introduce you to how to identify approved certifications and labels.
  2. The DGS Purchasing Standards list the minimum performance and environmental criteria a commodity must meet to be considered environmentally preferable. This training will show you the standards that can be used within your own procurement contracts.
  3. SABRC-compliant products meet the minimum post-consumer recycled content requirements for that category. In addition, the training will cover why it is essential for departments to report all goods and materials within the SABRC category.
  4. Product Take-Back Program refers to the process through which a manufacturer, retailer or third-party designee takes back the products at the end of their useful life for recycling, remanufacturing, repurposing or proper disposal consistent with environmental laws and regulations.
  5.  Greenwashing is when incorrect information by an organization appears environmentally responsible. We will show you examples in the training so that you are able to identify EPP goods. 

    Who should participate?

    • Purchasers
    • Purchasing Authority Contacts (PACs)
    • Procurement and Contracting Officers (PCOs)
    • Small Business/Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (SB/DVBE) Advocates
    • Supervisors and managers
    • Executives

DGS has developed job aids to help simplify buying green. The EPP and FI$Cal job aids together comprise a comprehensive “how-to” manual that provides detailed instructions on how to apply EPP to purchases and consists of the following documents: