IFB 4CA06977 - Roll Up Door Replacement

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) #4CA06977 for roll-up door replacement services at the San Benito-Monterey Unit (BEU) Gabilan Camp located in Soledad, CA. The procurement requires a contractor to provide comprehensive services including materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, taxes, and fees to furnish and install three garage doors at the specified location. Prospective bidders must possess both a B-General Building Contractor license and a D-28 Doors, Gates and Activating Devices license, and maintain active registration with the Department of Industrial Relations. Key procurement dates include a mandatory pre-bid walk-through on January 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM, with written questions due by January 17, 2025, and final bid submissions due by January 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM. The virtual bid opening is scheduled for January 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM, with the contract term running from February 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026.

The procurement includes specific set-aside and preference programs designed to support diverse businesses. There is a mandatory 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal, accompanied by a DVBE incentive program. Additionally, a 5% Small Business preference is available for certified Small Businesses or non-small businesses that subcontract at least 25% to certified Small Businesses. Prevailing wage requirements apply for bids exceeding $1,000, and a Payment Bond for 100% of the contract amount is required for bids over $25,000. Bidders must complete and submit multiple required attachments and certifications with their bid packages. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the scope involves replacing three garage doors at a CAL FIRE facility, suggesting a moderate-scale infrastructure improvement project. All communications regarding the bid should be directed to Jean Vasquez via email at jean.vasquez@fire.ca.gov, with an emphasis that only written addenda will be considered officially binding.