The County of Riverside is seeking vendors to provide as-needed fire apparatus and specialty equipment repair and maintenance services. The services include preventative maintenance, engine repair, electrical repair, brake repair, suspension and frame repair, hydraulic repair, pump repair, ladder/aerial repair, paint and body repair, inspections and testing, vehicle enhancements and retro-fit services. The County operates approximately 400 pieces of fire apparatus and specialty equipment, and the annual expenditure for these services is estimated to be between $1.25 to $1.5 million. The vendors will be selected based on factors such as price, location, availability, facility equipment and tooling, specialty qualifications, past performance, and proper invoicing and reporting capabilities.
• The contract is for as-needed services, and the County will have varying priorities in assigning work.
• The vendors will be required to provide hourly labor rates for different categories of work.
• The County is seeking vendors with expertise in fire apparatus and specialty equipment repair and maintenance.
• The contract is expected to be awarded for a period of time, but the exact duration is not specified.
• The County reserves the right to renew the contract or award it to other vendors based on their needs.