IFB 1PA6V92126 CZU Flashover Simulator

CAL FIRE is soliciting bids for the procurement of a Firefighter Flashover Simulator Training Prop to support personnel in Felton, California. The simulator must be designed for live-fire instruction using Class A fuel materials, allowing firefighters to observe fire growth, smoke behavior, and flashover conditions in a controlled environment. Key hardware requirements include a 20-foot observation/transition module, a 10-foot raised burn chamber, a recessed observation chamber for up to 10 participants, and an OSHA-compliant raised overhaul platform. The project also requires a one-day, in-person training program conducted by an NFPA-Certified Instructor. The equipment must adhere to strict safety and construction standards, including Cal/OSHA Title 8, California Building Code Title 24, AWS D1.1 for welding, and ASTM standards for thermal insulation and fire endurance. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest cost, with CAL FIRE reserving the right to award on an all-or-none, group, or individual line-item basis. Bids must be submitted via email to Corrine Johnson by October 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM PT, and must include all required documentation, such as the cost worksheet in Excel format, a narrative response, and various state certifications. Delivery and full implementation, including assembly and inspection at the Ben Lomond Camp Training Center, are preferred within 10 weeks of the award, with a maximum window of four months. All bids must be quoted F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid. Preference may be granted to California-based bidders under the Target Area Contract Preference Act or those with Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise certifications.