Description
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) seeks a qualified contractor to deliver a suite of firefighter‑certified training courses at its Mendocino Unit Headquarters. The contractor must provide all instructional materials, qualified instructors, equipment, and related support for up to eight classroom‑based courses per year, covering rope‑rescue and water‑rescue topics, as well as train‑the‑trainer and annual refresher classes. The award will be a three‑year contract (July 1 2026 – June 30 2029) with all‑inclusive pricing and strict compliance requirements (e.g., organic‑waste recycling, post‑consumer‑content certification, and various state/federal regulations). No subcontracting is allowed; the prime must perform all work.
• Provide up to 8 certified training courses annually (≤ 30 students each) on rope‑rescue and water‑rescue disciplines.
• Supply all instructors, curricula, manuals, practical‑skill equipment, permits, taxes, and fees; CAL FIRE only provides classroom space.
• Must meet extensive compliance (DVBE, SB/MB preferences, Economic Sanctions, Darfur Act, ADA, waste‑recycling, etc.) and submit a single‑PDF bid by April 20 2026.