IFB 2CA07400

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #2CA07400 for Weekly Uniform and Shop Supply Rental Services for their Lassen Modoc Unit (LMU), covering three specific locations: LMU Headquarters Shop in Susanville, Antelope Camp, and Intermountain Camp. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide weekly rental services for coveralls, floor mats, and various shop supplies, with services to be performed during normal working hours, Monday through Friday. The contract will commence on July 1, 2025, and run for three years through June 30, 2028. Bid responses are due on June 26, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with a public bid opening scheduled for June 27, 2025, at 2:15 p.m. The solicitation requires contractors to provide clean, well-maintained items on a weekly basis, with provisions for replacing damaged equipment, and includes detailed rate sheets for weekly rentals and replacements across different camp locations.

The procurement encourages participation from small businesses, disadvantaged businesses, and disabled veteran businesses (DVBE), with a 5% DVBE incentive potential and a 25% small business participation goal. While no specific mandatory set-aside percentages are established, the bid includes provisions for economic diversity in vendor selection. The contract incorporates additional compliance requirements, including organic waste recycling mandates, health and safety protocols, and restrictions on economic sanctions related to Russia. Though the total contract value is not explicitly stated, the bid includes comprehensive pricing structures with weekly rental rates and annual multipliers. Potential bidders must demonstrate capability to consistently deliver high-quality uniform and shop supply rental services across multiple locations, with an emphasis on maintaining clean, professional, and well-maintained equipment that meets the operational needs of CAL FIRE's Lassen Modoc Unit.