RFQ-2025-IDR6-002

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ-2025-IDR6-002) for the procurement of 1,000 tons of 3/4" Class 2 base gravel to be delivered to the Imperial Wildlife Area located at 8700 Davis Road in Niland, Imperial County. The solicitation seeks a supplier to provide road repair and levee surface materials, with quotes due by September 3, 2025, at 3:00 PM. Potential vendors must submit comprehensive quotes that include all delivery costs, with pricing to be F.O.B. Destination and Freight Prepaid, with no additional charges permitted after award. The contract will be awarded on an "All or None" basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all administrative and technical requirements. Suppliers must complete multiple attachments, including a Commercially Useful Function Certification, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, and provide a California Seller's Permit. Quotes must remain valid for a minimum of 60 days after issuance, with an anticipated delivery date of October 27, 2025.

The procurement offers preference opportunities for California-certified small businesses and disabled veteran-owned businesses (DVBE), with a potential 5% bid preference available. Multiple set-aside designations and certifications are required, including Surface Mining and Reclamation Act Certification, postconsumer recycled-content documentation, and DVBE subcontractor reporting. Vendors must comply with specific requirements related to recycled content, with detailed guidelines for product categories and minimum recycled material percentages. The solicitation includes additional compliance requirements such as Darfur Contracting Act restrictions and provisions against Russian entity involvement. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement appears to be for a standard infrastructure material supply contract with comprehensive state-level compliance expectations. Potential bidders must demonstrate not only competitive pricing but also significant administrative and regulatory compliance across multiple California state agency requirements.