The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is soliciting bids for a brand‑new, off‑road capable travel trailer to be used by wildlife officers for patrols in remote locations. The trailer must meet a detailed specification sheet (including composite walls, PVC roof, solar power package, dual‑fuel generator, full kitchen appliances, water and waste tanks, HVAC, and a one‑year warranty) and be delivered by 1 August 2026. Bidders must submit a complete price proposal, all required certifications (seller’s permit, Darfur Act, Payee Data Record, Bidder Declaration, DVBE, CUF, recycled‑content), and certify compliance with small‑business preference rules. The contract is a fixed‑price purchase of a single unit; the award will go to the responsible, responsive bidder offering the best value.
• Required product: one travel trailer meeting extensive off‑road, power, and habitability specs (e.g., 15 in. ground clearance, 105 Ah lithium batteries, 2000 W inverter, 3500 W dual‑fuel generator).
• Mandatory attachments: seller’s permit, Darfur certification, payee data record, bidder declaration, DVBE declaration (if applicable), CUF certification, post‑consumer recycled‑content certification.
• Small‑business preference: 5 % preference for California‑certified small businesses or for non‑small firms that subcontract ≥ 25 % of net bid price to such businesses.
• Delivery & acceptance: trailer must be delivered by 1 August 2026, inspected within 5 business days of notification, and any deficiencies corrected at no cost to the agency.