IFB P2570002, Southern CA Dive Service

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB P2570002) for Southern California Dive Service, seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive maintenance and servicing for scuba and related life support equipment across Southern California office locations. The procurement specifically covers inspection, testing, service, and repair work for scuba regulators, high-pressure gas cylinders, buoyancy compensators, dive computers, and emergency oxygen delivery systems. Bidders must be located within 50 miles of the San Diego office and demonstrate capability to service multiple equipment brands including Apeks, Apollo, Aqualung, and Atomic. The contract requires strict adherence to CDFW Diving Safety Manual standards, dive industry guidelines, American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS), and Cal OSHA regulations. Bids are due by January 31, 2025, at 5:00 PM PT, with a bid opening scheduled for February 4, 2025, and the contract term running from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with a potential one-year extension option. Evaluation will focus on identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements.

The solicitation includes small business preferences of 5% and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentives up to 5%, though DVBE requirements have been temporarily waived. Contractors must maintain specific insurance coverages, including $1 million Commercial General Liability (with $2 million aggregate), $1 million Workers Compensation, and $1 million Professional Liability (with $3 million aggregate). The maximum contract value is set at $10,750.00, with reimbursement based on actual services rendered at predetermined unit rates. Contractors are required to use manufacturer-specified or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts, provide comprehensive post-service performance testing documentation, and submit detailed service reports for each equipment item. Interestingly, despite the initial solicitation, a subsequent Notice of Intent to Reject All Bids indicates that CDFW may potentially rebid the solicitation with possible revisions to the original terms, leaving open the possibility of future opportunities for interested vendors.