CR25-290240. FMD. Statewide Health & Safety Training

The State of California, Department of General Services, Facilities Management Division is requesting bids for statewide health and safety training services under IFB CR25-290240, with bids due August 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PT. A 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement applies, with a 5% Small Business Preference available to certified small businesses and up to an additional 5% discount for DVBE participation exceeding the 3% minimum.

The scope covers instructor-led in-person and hands-on training across four regions (Northern, Bay, Central, and Southern/LA East/LA Metro). Courses include Asbestos Awareness, AHERA certifications, Bloodborne Pathogens, Confined Space, EPA Renovation/Repair and Painting, Hazwoper, Lead Inspector and Project Monitor certifications, CAL/OSHA 10 and 30, and equipment operation training for forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and powered industrial trucks and mobile elevated work platforms. The State anticipates approximately 56 training courses and 600 classes annually across all regions. Training services must commence within 15 calendar days of contract execution.

The contract runs three years with fixed rates throughout. Invoices are submitted monthly in arrears based on rates established in the Cost Sheet (Attachment 8), with payment under California Government Code Chapter 4.5 timeframes. The State will withhold $10,000 from final payment until the contractor achieves DVBE certification compliance.

Bidders must hold Cal/OSHA instructor certification, current general liability and commercial automobile insurance, workers' compensation coverage, and errors and omissions liability insurance. Three or more professional references from the past five years demonstrating similar service delivery are required. Written questions are due July 23, 2026, with answers posted by July 30. Bid opening follows immediately after the 2:00 p.m. PT deadline.