C25550004-Of-Highway Safety Training

The California Department of Parks and Recreation's Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) safety training programs across nine State Vehicular Recreation Areas. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. C25550004 for training services covering All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV), Off-Highway Motorcycles (OHM), and Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROV). Key deliverables include 16 student training classes annually (4 per quarter) with a maximum of 6 students per class, six OHV Safety Day events per year, and participation in OHV Safety week. The contractor will be responsible for developing training materials, maintaining instructor certifications, tracking accidents/incidents, and creating comprehensive safety and outreach plans. Critical requirements include conducting instructor training workshops with priority given to Department of Parks and Recreation staff and maintaining detailed participant records. The bid submission deadline is October 28, 2025, at 2:00 pm PST, with proposals to be submitted electronically to ohmvr.contracts@parks.ca.gov. The contract term is set for December 1, 2025, through November 30, 2028, with potential for extension.

While the current documentation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations, the cost details sheet indicates a unique procurement approach with all current line items marked at $0.00, suggesting potential flexibility in pricing and vendor selection. The contract appears designed to provide public safety training at no cost to participants, covering a comprehensive three-year program of OHV safety education and community outreach. The consistent annual programming across fiscal years 25, 26, and 27 implies a stable approach to safety training with potential for future continuation or renewal. Although specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the extensive training and event requirements suggest a significant investment in public safety education for OHV enthusiasts. The procurement appears focused on selecting a vendor capable of delivering high-quality, standardized safety training across multiple vehicle types and locations throughout California's state vehicular recreation areas.