RFQ-R6-0627-02 - Goose Neck Trailer

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is requesting quotations for one new 30-foot gooseneck trailer under RFQ-R6-0627-02, with quotations due September 4, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. A 5% preference is available to California-certified small businesses or non-small businesses claiming at least 25% California-certified small business subcontractor participation.

The trailer will transport state equipment to various wildlife area locations. Specifications include a 24–30K load capacity, 102-inch deck width, dual 15,000–16,000 pound axles, all-wheel electric brakes, 2-inch treated wood floor, LED lighting, and white professional finish paint. The unit must be new, in current production, and fully compliant with 21 detailed specifications. Pricing must be quoted on an all-inclusive, F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid basis with no additional charges permitted after award.

The awarded supplier must deliver the trailer to the Imperial Wildlife Area in Niland, California (8700 Davis Road) within 180 days after receipt of order, by March 3, 2027. Contact Aurelio Hernandez at (760) 828-7582 to schedule delivery. State inspection will occur at the supplier's place of business within five business days of notification that equipment is ready, with payment contingent upon successful inspection and correction of any deficiencies at no additional cost to the department.

Written questions are due August 27, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., with responses provided by September 1. Quotations must remain valid for a minimum of 60 days following issuance. Award is made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all requirements on an all-or-none basis.

All bidders must submit a California seller's permit number, complete the Darfur Contracting Act Certification Form (DFW 1080), Payee Data Record Form (STD 204), Bidder Declaration Form (DFW 1082), Postconsumer-Content Certification Form (CalRecycle 74), and applicable Commercially Useful Function certification if claiming small business status. Responses should be submitted to Brooke Greer at Brooke.Greer@wildlife.ca.gov or cc'd to BMBProcurement@wildlife.ca.gov.