Description
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive cleaning, inspection, and repair services for structural firefighting protective ensembles (SFPE) used at the CAL FIRE Training Center in Atwater, CA. The work covers all components of the gear—including coats, pants, helmets, shrouds, boots, hoods, and gloves—and must comply with NFPA 1851 standards, California licensing, and environmental regulations. The contract is a three‑year indefinite‑delivery agreement, with pricing based on unit rates supplied by the bidder and multiplied by three for the total contract value. Small‑business and DVBE preferences are available but not mandatory. The contractor must maintain required insurance, NFPA Independent Service Provider status, and handle monthly logistics for shipping gear to and from the Atwater site.
• Provide all labor, materials, equipment, permits, taxes, transportation, and fees for advanced cleaning, inspection, and repair of SFPE items.
• Meet strict turnaround times (≤ 7 days for standard repairs, ≤ 24 hours for emergency repairs) and return gear within 25 days of receipt.
• Submit a sealed electronic bid by June 9, 2026 5 PM PDT; questions due June 1, 2026.
• Maintain NFPA ISP certification, required insurance (CG $1 M, WC $1 M, Auto $1 M), and comply with organic‑waste recycling and GenAI disclosure requirements.