03-0886-04 Avenal State Prison Warehouse, Coalinga, Ca

The State of California, through the Department of Rehabilitation and the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, is seeking to procure one (1) 2-section refrigerator reach-in self-contained unit with solid doors for the Avenal State Prison Warehouse in Coalinga, California. The solicitation, identified as 03-0886-04, outlines detailed technical specifications for the refrigerator, including dimensions, warranty requirements, and that the unit must be similar or like the Traulsen G Series model. Delivery and installation requirements are also specified, with the contractor required to fully install and test the equipment within 35 calendar days of receiving the order. Bidders must submit quotes by August 13, 2024 at 2:00 PM and are required to complete various state-specific forms, such as the Bidder Declaration, Darfur Contracting Certification, and Postconsumer Recycled-Content Certification.

This contract opportunity appears to be open to all interested and qualified bidders, though it does include some set-aside designations. Specifically, the solicitation mentions that a Small Business preference and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) advertising requirements apply, though the DVBE incentive has been waived. No details are provided regarding incumbent vendors, contract values, or budget ranges. The state reserves the right to incorporate GenAI Special Provisions or terminate the contract if the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence technology presents unacceptable risk.