2CA08014 Fire Alarm Monitoring, Inspection, Installation, Testing, and Repair Services

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is requesting bids on fire alarm monitoring, inspection, installation, testing, and repair services at Ishi Conservation Camp in Paynes Creek, California, under IFB 2CA08014, with bids due September 8, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Prime bidders must hold valid California Contractors State License Board licenses for C-10 Electrical Contractor and C-16 Fire Protection Contractor classifications, an active Alarm Company Operator license from the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services, and Department of Industrial Relations registration. A 5 percent Small Business preference applies to certified small businesses (maximum preference amount of $50,000), and a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise incentive of up to 5 percent is available for verified DVBE participation, with a $100,000 dollar cap on all combined incentives and preferences.

The scope includes 24/7 monitoring of UL 827 central station fire activation and trouble zones; annual and quarterly inspections and testing per NFPA 25 and NFPA 72 standards; on-call emergency repair and diagnostic services with 30-minute acknowledgment and two-hour response requirements; and transfer of current analog phone line services to new monitoring services. The contractor shall provide all materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, and transportation.

The contract term is three years, commencing September 15, 2026 or upon Department of General Services approval, whichever is later. If the bid exceeds $25,000, a payment bond equal to 100 percent of the contract amount is required prior to work commencement. Prevailing wages apply if the total bid amount exceeds $1,000 under State General Prevailing Wage Rates for Tehama County. An optional pre-bid walk-through is scheduled for August 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Written questions are due August 27, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest responsive responsible bidder.