IFB 7CA07426 - Air Compressor Services

CAL FIRE has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) 7CA07426 for Air Compressor Services at the CAL FIRE Training Center in Ione, California, covering Amador County, Amador City, Amador Pines CDP, and Huntington Beach City jurisdictions. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive maintenance, testing, and repair services for Breathing Air Compressor and Cylinder Filling Station equipment. Specific deliverables include quarterly maintenance services, emergency repairs, and air quality testing, with an estimated 4 compressor maintenance services and up to 3 emergency repair services totaling 90 hours annually. Contractor qualifications require certification to work on BAUER and SCOTT Hush Air Breathing Air Compressor equipment and compliance with relevant safety and regulatory standards. Key bid dates include written questions due by May 20, 2025, and final bid submissions due by May 27, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. The proposed contract term spans from June 1, 2025 to May 31, 2028, with services to be performed quarterly and on an as-needed basis.

While no specific Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal is mandated, DVBE participation is encouraged, and a DVBE incentive may apply to the bid. CAL FIRE has established a 25% Small Business participation goal for this procurement. Pricing details will be finalized upon award, with parts and fluids limited to 15% of the total contract amount. The solicitation demonstrates a commitment to supporting small and disadvantaged businesses while seeking a highly qualified contractor to maintain critical air compressor infrastructure. Although specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract's multi-year nature and quarterly service requirements suggest a potentially significant investment in maintaining essential breathing air equipment for the training center. Prospective bidders should carefully review the full IFB documentation to understand the comprehensive requirements and evaluation criteria for this specialized air compressor services contract.