Vanguard Instruments Current Transformer Tester

The California Department of Water Resources has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of a Vanguard Instruments Current Transformer Tester (Model EZCT-2000C) and 24 rolls of printer paper. This solicitation seeks competitive quotes for specialized electrical testing equipment to be delivered to the department's Central Warehouse in Sacramento. The procurement will be conducted on an "All or None" basis, with the award going to the lowest-priced, responsive bidder. Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email to mike.bingaman@water.ca.gov or by fax to 916-651-8736 no later than May 1, 2016, at 5:00 PM, with the quote opening scheduled for May 3, 2016. Delivery of the equipment is required within 2-4 weeks after receipt of order (ARO), and all bids must be submitted using the State's official RFQ form with FOB Destination Pre-Paid pricing. Bidders must also include recycled content certification, payee data records, and Darfur Contracting Act certification with their bid response.

The solicitation includes specific provisions for small business participation, offering a 5% bid preference for certified small businesses and an additional 5% preference for non-small businesses that demonstrate at least 25% small business subcontractor participation. These set-aside designations aim to encourage participation from smaller and disadvantaged business enterprises. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement appears to be for a single current transformer tester and associated printer paper, suggesting a relatively modest contract value. The RFQ does not mention any incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements for integration. Prospective bidders must carefully review and comply with all specified requirements, including certifications and documentation, to be considered for the award. The competitive nature of the procurement and the specific technical requirements for the current transformer tester indicate that only vendors with specialized electrical testing equipment capabilities will be viable candidates for this contract.