IFB: 9CA07348 - Temporary Accounting Clerks

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) #9CA07348 for temporary accounting clerks services targeting Yolo County and Yolo CDP jurisdictions. The procurement seeks to secure four temporary accounting clerks for the Departmental Accounting Office (DAO) to address emergency staffing needs. Qualified candidates must possess a minimum of one year of experience in financial record-keeping, accounts payable/receivable, data entry, Microsoft Excel, and customer service. The temporary staff will work at 710 Riverpoint Court in West Sacramento during normal business hours, with potential overtime during peak work periods. The contract is estimated to commence on July 1, 2025, or upon Department of General Services approval, and will run through June 30, 2028. Bidders are required to submit proposals by May 6, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time, with a bid opening scheduled for May 7, 2025. The state will provide necessary equipment and workstations for the temporary staff.

The solicitation includes specific preferences and set-aside considerations for bidders. While there are no mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goals, DVBE participation is encouraged, with a potential 5% incentive for 100% DVBE participation. A five percent preference will be given to certified Small Business or Microbusiness bidders, with a maximum preference of $50,000. Bidders must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence. The total contract amount is to be determined, and the procurement does not specify any incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure requirements. Interested vendors must carefully review the comprehensive solicitation document and ensure compliance with all specified qualifications, insurance requirements, and submission guidelines to be considered for the temporary accounting clerks contract.