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Gold-Leaf Lettering for Fire Apparatus

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2026-IFB-LM-0160State & Local

Submission Closed04/13/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 332812

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Solicitation # CSULB-RFP-00000846

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AI Contract Overview

The Pasadena Fire Department is seeking bids for specialized gold-leafing and pinstriping services for both existing and new firefighting apparatus, including ladder trucks, fire engines, rescue ambulances, and other specialized rescue vehicles. The scope of work requires not only the application of 23-carat gold leaf but also the careful removal of the existing gold leaf, as well as masking and sanding preparations to ensure a high-quality finish. The solicitation (2026-IFB-LM-0160) was posted on March 25, 2026, with a submission deadline of April 13, 2026. The services are to be performed within California, specifically for the City of Pasadena Fire Department, with points of contact identified as Stephanie Chang and Antonio Watson. Bidders must comply with several administrative and legal requirements outlined by the City of Pasadena, including submitting a Unique Entity Identifier from SAM.gov, providing various bond forms ensuring payment of labor and materials as well as faithful performance, and completing a Declaration of Non-Collusion to affirm the legitimacy of their bid. Additional forms such as a Relevant Experience summary, subcontractor listing, and workforce utilization reporting are required to demonstrate bidders' qualifications and compliance with city labor ordinances and equal opportunity laws. Contractors are also subject to federal lobbying certifications to ensure no improper influence is exerted in contract awarding. The resulting contract, governed by Pasadena's master labor and materials agreements, will bind the selected contractor to city standards, prevailing wage laws, bonding requirements, and adherence to performance obligations. This comprehensive solicitation aims to guarantee professional, compliant, and durable restoration and enhancement of the city's firefighting vehicles through expert gold-leaf craftsmanship.

General Info

Pasadena Fire Department seeks bids for 23-carat gold leaf services on firefighting vehicles.

Agency

California → Fire Department

NAICS

332812 - Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers

Place of Performance

CA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Declaration of Non-Collusion and Vendor Forms for City of Pasadena Procurement

6 pages · declaration-of-noncollusion

High

DoIT Technical Assessment Questionnaire Rev 20210806

5 pages · technical-questionnaire

High

Master Labor and Materials Contract (12-18-24)

15 pages · contract-document

High

Relevant Experience Form for Bid Submission

5 pages · past-performance

High

Supplemental FEMA Terms & Conditions v2 (Oct 1, 2024)

guidance

Medium

City of Pasadena Unique Entity Identifier Submission Form

1 page · other

Low

Faithful Performance Bond Form for City of Pasadena Contract

1 page · performance-bond

Low

Federal Required Certification Regarding Lobbying

1 page · certification

Low

Material and Labor Bond Form for City of Pasadena Contract

1 page · bond-form

Low

Standard Form-LLL Disclosure of Lobbying Activities

3 pages · disclosure-of-lobbying-activities

Low

Subcontractor Listing and Shoring Design

1 page · subcontractor-listing

Low

Gold-Leaf Lettering for Fire Apparatus.pdf

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedMar 25

Solicitation

Response DeadlineApr 13

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

04/13/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyCalifornia → Fire Department

Contacts2 people available

OfficePasadena, CA, 91101, USA

Organization / AgencyCalifornia → Fire Department

Office AddressPasadena, CA, 91101, USA

Contacts

Stephanie ChangManagement Analyst

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Antonio WatsonProject Manager

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Interested Companies (6)

Love Your Life Health SolutionsSolvang, CA

R.M. Rogers & AssociatesPASADENA, CA

Nexus PowerSalt Lake City, UT

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Full Description

The Pasadena Fire Department is requesting proposals for gold-leafing and pinstriping services for our existing and new apparatus, including gold-leaf work on ladder trucks, fire engines, rescue ambulances, and other specialized rescue vehicles. Gold-leafing must include masking, sanding, and removal of current gold leaf, and re-application with 23 carat gold.