WANTED TO LEASE BY THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA - Ione

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CalFire) is seeking to lease modular classroom buildings for a training facility located in Ione, Amador County, California. The procurement specifically requires two 48' x 60' modular classroom buildings with integrated restrooms and one separate 20' x 32' modular bathroom facility. The buildings must include complete site setup, encompassing stairs, ramps, utility connections, and necessary site improvements. Key requirements mandate that submitted buildings be asbestos hazard-free, comply with state plans, seismic safety standards, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, California Building Code, and Title 24 specifications. Submissions must be located near public transportation and will receive preference if demonstrating LEED or Energy Star compliance. Interested property representatives must submit responses by January 1, 2026, to Brian Hensley via email at brian.hensley@dgs.ca.gov or in writing to RESD, 707 Third Street, 5th Floor, P.O. Box 989052, West Sacramento, CA 95798-9052, including the property address, map, and project number 14265.

The procurement includes specific set-aside requirements, particularly mandating compliance with Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) guidelines. The property location is bounded north by the existing CalFire Training Facility and south by 4501 Highway 104 in Ione, with no specific parking space requirements. While no explicit award value or budget range is provided in the documentation, the detailed specifications suggest a comprehensive and structured leasing approach. The solicitation does not identify incumbent vendors or specify existing infrastructure integration requirements. The State of California's procurement approach emphasizes accessibility, environmental consciousness, and supporting veteran-owned businesses through its selection criteria. Potential respondents must carefully review and meet the comprehensive technical, accessibility, and compliance standards outlined in the solicitation to be considered for this modular classroom facility lease opportunity.