IFB: 2CA07536 - Mobile Shower Trailer Rental Services

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 2CA07536 for Mobile Shower Trailer Rental Services specifically for the Shasta-Trinity Unit's Happy Valley Fire Center. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide a mobile shower trailer with specific requirements, including eight individual propane-heated stalls, each equipped with a shower head and sink, HVAC temperature control, and LED lighting. The contract will run from December 2, 2025, to December 1, 2026, with a potential one-year extension option. Key procurement dates include October 14, 2025, as the deadline for written questions, and October 22, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. as the final bid submission deadline. The solicitation covers jurisdictions including Shasta County, San Bernardino City, Shasta CDP, Shasta Lake City, and Mount Shasta City, with the primary objective of providing shower facilities for CAL FIRE personnel. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the submitted bid specifications and compliance with state requirements.

The solicitation includes provisions for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, offering a 5% incentive for 100% DVBE verified participation, though no specific participation goal is mandated. Additionally, a 5% preference is available for certified Small Business (SB) or Microbusiness (MB) bidders, with a maximum preference of $50,000. Bidders must comply with various state regulations, including the Darfur Contracting Act, California Civil Rights Laws, and Executive Order N-6-22 regarding economic sanctions against Russia. While the total contract amount is to be determined, the monthly rental rate will be specified in Attachment 1 of the solicitation documents. The procurement process emphasizes compliance with state contracting requirements and encourages participation from diverse business enterprises. Potential vendors must carefully review all contractual obligations, including technical specifications for the mobile shower trailer and administrative requirements outlined in the IFB document.