IFB 10181036 Wilderness Training

The California Department of Water Resources is soliciting bids under IFB 10221537 for a contractor to provide Wilderness First Aid, Stream Safety, and River Safety Certification Training for employees on an as-needed basis. The anticipated agreement is for a three-year term starting in January 2027, with an estimated volume of 10 classes per year, totaling up to 30 classes over the life of the contract. Services will be conducted at on-site or off-site locations within California. The scope includes 1, 2, and 3-day Wilderness First Aid courses, as well as 1, 2, and 3-day River and Stream Safety certifications. All Wilderness First Aid courses must provide an OSHA approved CPR certification. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on a process evaluation of responsiveness. Bidders must meet strict minimum qualifications, requiring instructors to be certified by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, and river safety instructors to hold specific certifications such as ACA Level 4 or 5 or Rescue 3 International WRT. Bids must be submitted under sealed cover by October 6, 2026, and include a comprehensive set of certifications, including GenAI disclosures and DVBE declarations. Payment is processed monthly in arrears, with undisputed invoices paid within 45 days, and 10 percent of progress payments may be withheld pending satisfactory completion of services.