7CA07334 - Graduation American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Services **SB Bidders Only**

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is seeking a California Certified Small Business to provide American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter Services for graduation ceremonies at five CAL FIRE Training Centers located in Ione, Atwater, Redding, and Riverside. The contract solicitation (7CA07334) requires a contractor to deliver up to 24 ASL interpretation services annually, with each graduation estimated to require approximately five hours of interpreter time, including setup, breakdown, and ceremony coverage. Key deliverables include providing qualified ASL interpreters with a minimum of two years of professional interpretation experience, verified through a comprehensive resume. Bidders must submit a detailed rate sheet calculating both annual and total 3-year contract costs, along with multiple compliance documents such as Payee Data Record, Contractor Certification Clauses, and specific state-mandated certification forms. The bid submission deadline is May 21, 2025, with the contract term spanning from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2028. Evaluation criteria appear to emphasize professional qualifications, compliance documentation, and competitive pricing, with a focus on small business participation.

The procurement is exclusively restricted to California Certified Small Businesses, with additional opportunities for disabled veteran business enterprises to potentially qualify. Bidders must complete several unique compliance certifications, including the Darfur Contracting Act vendor certification and an Executive Order N-6-22 provision related to Russian sanctions. While the total contract amount is listed as to be determined (TBD), the solicitation indicates a comprehensive service requirement that includes interpreter transportation to graduation sites and maintenance of appropriate professional certifications and insurance coverage. Subcontracting is permitted with prior approval, and contractors must demonstrate ongoing compliance with state regulatory requirements throughout the contract term. The solicitation covers jurisdictions including Amador County, Santa Monica City, Amador City, and Amador Pines CDP, suggesting a statewide service implementation. Contractors will be responsible for providing all necessary materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, taxes, and associated fees to deliver high-quality ASL interpretation services across the specified CAL FIRE Training Centers.