IFB #2CA06829 CAL FIRE AEU Masticator Rental Services

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Amador-El Dorado Unit (AEU) is soliciting bids for Masticator Rental Services through Invitation for Bid (IFB) #2CA06829. The contractor will be required to provide one (1) Volvo ECR145 Excavator with attachments for a 12-month period to support CAL FIRE's operations in El Dorado County and the Pixley Census Designated Place. The contractor must supply all materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, taxes, transportation, and fees necessary to deliver the masticator rental services. The contract is estimated to commence on May 1, 2024 and expire on May 1, 2025, with an option to extend for one additional year. Bids are due by April 11, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, and a public bid opening will occur on April 12, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

This solicitation includes a 5% Small Business (SB) or Microbusiness (MB) preference and a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive program, though no DVBE participation goals have been established. Bidders must comply with Motor Carrier Permit requirements and Mandatory Organic Waste Recycling provisions. The all-inclusive bid rates provided by the contractor shall include the cost of employer payments, subsistence, travel, compensation insurance premiums, taxes, and any other assessments. No incumbent vendor or current contractor information is provided, and the budget range for this contract is not specified.