RFQ 24-2073

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has issued Request for Quote (RFQ) 24-2073, a procurement solicitation for specific radio communication equipment accessories. The RFQ seeks to acquire 400 Remote Control Head Plug & Play units, 1200 Handheld Programming Microphones, 400 External Speakers, 700 Remote Mount Cables, 400 Rubber Caps for Mic Jack Protection, and 1500 Troy Faceplates, all manufactured by BK. These items are specifically targeted for radio communication infrastructure, with delivery targeted to CAL FIRE's facility in McClellan, California. The solicitation was released on May 9, 2025, with responses due by May 23, 2025, and quotes must remain valid for a minimum of 30 days. The procurement will be conducted under California Public Contract Code Section 12100 using an Informal Competitive acquisition method, with payment terms set at Net 45.

Vendors responding to this RFQ must hold current certifications if claiming Small Business (SB) or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) status. The solicitation includes specific requirements related to Executive Order N-6-22 regarding Russia Sanctions and mandates comprehensive documentation, including a Bidder Declaration and GenAI Reporting Factsheet. There are notable compliance requirements, including mandatory disclosure of any Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) used in the proposed solution, with potential contract voiding for non-disclosure. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a significant investment in radio communication equipment accessories. The solicitation appears to be open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications, compliance requirements, and administrative documentation standards set forth by CAL FIRE.