Advanced Cleaning, Inspection, and Repair to Structural Firefighting Protective Ensemble (SFPE) Elements Services

The state of California, through the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), is seeking bids for Advanced Cleaning, Inspection, and Repair to Structural Firefighting Protective Ensemble (SFPE) Elements Services. The contractor shall provide all materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, taxes, transportation, and fees to perform advanced cleaning, inspection, and repair as needed on all structural firefighting protective ensembles in accordance with NFPA 1851 standards. The contract term is estimated to be from August 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027, with an option to extend for one additional year. Bids must be submitted by June 17, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time. The contractor must be a certified NFPA Independent Service Provider and must provide proof of licensing, business standing, and NFPA certification with their bid submission.

This procurement includes a 5% small business preference, and a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive program. Certified small businesses, microbusinesses, and contractors willing to commit 25% subcontracting to certified small businesses are encouraged to submit bids. The anticipated award value is not specified, but bidders should include all costs such as employer payments, subsistence, travel, insurance, taxes, and other assessments in their bid rates.