IFB: 2CA07490 - Pine Grove Conservation Camp Wastewater Testing and Analysis

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 2CA07490 for wastewater laboratory testing and analysis services at the Pine Grove Conservation Camp within the Amador-El Dorado Unit. The procurement requires a contractor to provide comprehensive services including all materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, taxes, transportation, and fees for monthly wastewater testing. Specific testing parameters include Nitrate, Total Nitrogen, Total Dissolved Solids, Biochemical Oxygen Demand, Total Suspended Solids, Total Coliform, Settable Solids, and Sample Disposal. Key qualifications for bidders include possessing an Environmental Lab Accreditation Program (ELAP) Certification and maintaining a laboratory within a two-hour one-way drive from the camp. The solicitation timeline indicates that written questions are due by September 26, 2025, with final bid submissions required on October 02, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. The proposed contract term spans from November 02, 2025 to November 01, 2028, with services to be performed Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding state holidays.

The procurement includes provisions encouraging Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, with a potential 5% DVBE incentive available. Additionally, a 5% preference is offered for certified Small Businesses or Microbusinesses. While no specific DVBE participation goal is mandated, the solicitation emphasizes compliance with state regulations including organic waste recycling and economic sanctions requirements. The contract covers services within Amador County, specifically targeting the Pine Grove Conservation Camp area. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the solicitation. The bid does not explicitly state a total contract value or specific budget range, but the three-year contract duration suggests a substantial commitment to ongoing wastewater testing and analysis services. Bidders must demonstrate technical capability, regulatory compliance, and the ability to consistently perform complex environmental laboratory testing across multiple water quality parameters.