IFB - TSI/Quest and DryCal Equipment Calibration

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for calibration, repair, and replacement parts services for specialized scientific equipment. Specifically, the procurement targets BIOS brand Dry Cal Primary Flow Calibrators (DC-Lite, Defender Models 510, 510L, 520M & 530H) and TSI/Quest brand sound and heat measurement instruments including Sound Level Meters, Dosimeters, Calibrators, Octave Band Analyzers, Quest Cal Sound Source, and Heat Stress Monitors. The solicitation (S25DOSH003) was posted on August 14, 2025, with proposals due by September 10, 2025. Potential contractors must demonstrate technical expertise in calibrating and servicing these precise scientific measurement instruments used in occupational safety and industrial hygiene settings. While specific evaluation criteria are not fully detailed in the provided documents, vendors will likely be assessed on technical capability, pricing, service responsiveness, and compliance with calibration standards. Contractors should be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation of calibration procedures, parts replacement, and repair services for the specified equipment.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises based on the available documentation. No incumbent vendors are directly mentioned in the provided materials. The contract appears to be a standard service procurement without obvious small business or minority-owned business preferences. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the technical complexity of precision scientific equipment calibration suggests the contract could have significant value, potentially ranging from $50,000 to $250,000 annually depending on the volume of equipment and frequency of required services. Interested vendors must carefully review the full IFB documentation, particularly the attached addendum and main solicitation documents (S25DOSH003_IFB_FINAL.pdf and S25DOSH003_IFB_Addendum_1_FINAL.pdf), to fully understand the technical requirements, submission guidelines, and potential scope of work. Potential bidders should ensure they have the necessary technical certifications and expertise in calibrating specialized scientific measurement instruments across multiple equipment models and brands.