501-26174/Ferno EASR HS26-1403/S7WPT-20077 Ambulance Cots -

The State of California is requesting bids for Ferno EASR HS26-1403 ambulance cots under RFB-IS-26200991, with bids due June 10, 2026. The procurement includes a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) form requirement, signaling potential CBE participation consideration under California's procurement guidelines.

The scope is supply and delivery of Ferno EASR HS26-1403 ambulance cots to support emergency medical services operations statewide. The technical specifications document establishes detailed requirements for structural integrity, load capacity, safety mechanisms, materials, dimensions, and operational features, with emphasis on patient safety, equipment reliability under emergency conditions, and compatibility with existing ambulance systems. Bidders must provide products that conform exactly to the specified model and configuration with documentation of compliance testing and certification.

Bidders must submit the Appendix A required forms package, which includes vendor qualification verification, certifications, insurance coverage documentation, and other compliance and administrative requirements. The CBE Form (Exhibit 6) is mandatory and establishes eligibility for set-aside or preferential consideration under California's certified business enterprise program.

The RFB establishes pricing terms based on competitive bidding, with vendors required to provide detailed pricing information and delivery timelines. Funding is sourced through the state's emergency medical services budget allocation.