IFB 10206706 High Voltage Proof Testing of Insulating Equipment

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB #10206706) for high voltage proof testing of electrical insulating equipment, specifically targeting rubber protective goods and hot line tools located in Kern County. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive electrical testing services, including cleaning, visual examination, and dielectric proof testing of insulating equipment in full compliance with ASTM International and ANSI specifications, as well as California Code of Regulations Title 8, Section 2940.6. The specific test articles include 200 pairs of Class 00 gloves, 100 pairs each of Class 0-4 gloves, 10 pairs each of Class 0-4 sleeves, 10 rubber insulating blankets, and 200 feet of hot sticks. Bidders must demonstrate the capability to test according to specified standards and possess a current valid business license. The bid is due on April 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with a bid opening scheduled for April 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM, and an anticipated contract term of three years commencing July 1, 2025. The service requires a 30-day turnaround for testing and must be performed at the vendor's facility.

The solicitation includes provisions for small business preference and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentives, though DVBE participation requirements have been waived for this specific procurement. DWR will handle shipping of test articles to the contractor, and the contractor must return tested items to respective DWR Field Division locations using prepaid ground service, with shipping costs to be added to invoices as a separate line item without markup. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract appears to be structured to accommodate various business sizes, with particular attention to small business participation. The procurement does not specify a precise budget range, but the comprehensive testing requirements for multiple classes of protective equipment suggest a substantial contract value. Potential bidders should carefully review the detailed specifications in the IFB document to ensure full compliance with the technical and logistical requirements of the contract.