3CA08018 - Ramona Air Attack Base (AAB) - Helitack Site Improvements

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is requesting bids for demolition services and flat work site improvements at the Ramona Air Attack Base in San Diego County under IFB 3CA08018, with bids due November 2, 2026, and a mandatory pre-bid walk-through on October 22, 2026.

The project encompasses demolition, grading, landscaping, concrete flat work, stormwater drainage improvements including V-ditch construction and StormTrap connection, and erosion control measures at 2498 Montecito Road, Ramona, CA 92065. Bidders must hold an A-General Engineering Contractor license from the California Contractors State Licensing Board and demonstrate Department of Industrial Relations registration as a public works contractor. Prevailing wage requirements apply under Department of Industrial Relations rates for San Diego County.

A three percent Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation goal is required, with the DVBE Incentive Program applying under a dollar cap of $100,000 for all combined incentives. A five percent Small Business preference is available for certified SBs or those subcontracting a minimum of 25 percent of the net bid price to certified SBs.

Pricing must be submitted on a lump-sum basis with line items for demolition, grading, concrete flat work, landscaping, stormwater drainage, and erosion control, plus a 10 percent contingency. The contract term runs from October 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with CAL FIRE holding the right to extend for one additional year at the same terms. Services are performed Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding state holidays. Bid bonds are required for bids exceeding $484,000; payment bonds are required if the contract exceeds $25,000. Written questions are due October 26, 2026. Bid opening occurs virtually on November 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Failure to attend the mandatory pre-bid walk-through will result in bid rejection.