IFB # 10223001 for Wilderness First Aid and River Safety Training

The California Department of Water Resources is soliciting bids for an as-needed contract to provide Wilderness First Aid, Stream Safety, and River Safety Certification Training for its employees. The anticipated agreement term is three years, starting in January 2027, with services performed at various on-site and off-site locations throughout California. The scope includes 1, 2, and 3-day Wilderness First Aid courses, as well as River Safety Certification training ranging from 16 to 24 hours. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary safety equipment, such as PFDs, helmets, and rope systems, and must ensure all instructors hold advanced certifications from recognized bodies like the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Rescue 3 International. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with specific preferences applied for Small Businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises. Bidders must submit a comprehensive package including a signed bid sheet, bidder certifications, and a Generative AI disclosure, provided in both hardcopy and electronic format on a USB drive. Key administrative requirements include maintaining commercial general liability insurance of at least 1 million dollars per occurrence and adhering to a payment schedule where undisputed invoices are paid within 45 days following written acceptance of work by the DWR Contract Manager. The state reserves the right to terminate the contract without cause upon 30 days advance written notice.