REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS RFB-IS-26200679.pdf

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

The procurement requires responsive and responsible bids evaluated on technical compliance with mandatory specifications and pricing competitiveness to determine the best value award. Compliance requirements include disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) participation and prevailing wage obligations where applicable under California state purchasing procedures. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available solicitation materials. The 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. The solicitation represents a focused acquisition under California's standard state purchasing procedures, with evaluation centered on meeting mandatory technical specifications while achieving cost-effectiveness for the state.