RFI for Extractors and Dryers (NFPA 1851)

The California Department of General Services, Procurement Division (DGS-PD) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) on behalf of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for Extractors and Dryers that meet the requirements of the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1851 standard. The RFI aims to gather information about current market conditions, product availability, and identify manufacturers/suppliers of these products on a statewide basis to assist in creating an Invitation for Bid. The RFI includes preliminary technical specifications, product descriptions, and estimated annual quantities for various sizes of soft mount and hard mount extractors, tumble dryers, and portable air dryers. The resulting contract is expected to have a term of three (3) years with two (2) optional one (1) year extensions and will be mandatory for CAL FIRE, with the potential to be available for use by other state and local governmental agencies. The solicitation is expected to be released in July 2024.

The RFI does not include any set-asides for small businesses or disabled veteran business enterprises, nor does it provide information about any incumbent suppliers or the current contract environment. The document also does not specify the funding requirements or sources for this procurement, and does not provide any details on the potential award values or budget ranges.