IFB 7CA06594 - Air Compressor Services

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Air Compressor Services, IFB #7CA06594. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all transportation, materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, taxes, and fees for Breathing Air Compressor and Cylinder Filling Station maintenance, testing, and repair services at the CAL FIRE Training Center North (CFTC-N) located in Redding, California, which serves the jurisdictions of Shasta CDP, Shasta Lake City, Mount Shasta City, and Shasta County. The contract term is estimated to commence on June 1, 2024 and expire on May 31, 2027. The bid is due by September 9, 2024 at 5:00 pm Pacific Time, with a bid opening on September 10, 2024 at 3:00 pm. The contractor must be licensed to do business in California and provide technicians certified to perform warranty work on BAUER equipment, with the ability to provide a 24/7 on-call technician for repairs as needed.

The IFB includes provisions for a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive program and a 5% preference for certified California Small Businesses. The total estimated cost is not to exceed a specific amount, and the funding source and requirements are not disclosed. The IFB does not mention any incumbent contractors or existing infrastructure that requires integration. While the contract will be awarded to a single contractor, the IFB does not provide any details regarding the possible award value or budget range.