Appendix_A_Purchasing_Required_Forms (1).pdf

This document is an Appendix A Purchasing Required Forms for a Request for Bid (RFB-IS-26200679) issued by the State of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) in support of the Culturally Competent Incident Response and Fiscal Preparedness (CCI-FP) Grants program. The procurement seeks one RV Hauler vehicle designed to transport recreational vehicles for emergency response and disaster management operations. The vehicle must comply with comprehensive technical specifications covering dimensions, weight capacity, coupling systems, brake requirements, lighting, control mechanisms, and safety features that meet federal Department of Transportation (DOT) standards and California vehicle code requirements. The solicitation was posted on March 2, 2026, with a proposal due date of March 10, 2026. Vendors must submit proposals addressing technical specifications compliance, pricing, delivery timelines, and warranty provisions.

Evaluation of bids will be based on technical compliance with mandatory specifications and pricing competitiveness to determine best value for the state. The procurement incorporates compliance requirements for disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) participation and prevailing wage obligations under California state purchasing procedures. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available solicitation materials. Contract award is contingent upon final approval and budget availability through the CCI-FP Grants funding source, with specific award values or budget ranges not disclosed in the posted documentation. All vendors must demonstrate responsibility and compliance with applicable state regulations governing the procurement.