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IFB P2595018, Cannabis, Pesticide, and Witness Testimony Services
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The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) P2595018 to procure expert witness testimony and specialized cannabis and pesticide testing services related to investigations of illicit cannabis cultivation. The solicitation, posted on December 12, 2025, sets a bid submission deadline of December 29, 2025, and invites qualified contractors capable of providing quantitative THC and pesticide analysis consistent with California regulations and USP 561 standards, as well as expert testimony in legal proceedings. The contract term extends through June 30, 2027, with a ceiling value of $49,999.99. Services will primarily be performed in Alameda, California, with formal acceptance coordinated through the CDFW in Sacramento. The awarded contractor must maintain ISO accreditation, DEA certification, and a scientifically defensible chain-of-custody process to ensure court-admissible results. Submissions must include comprehensive certifications and declarations regarding Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) status, along with compliance with state contracting laws. The evaluation method is Lowest Price Technically Acceptable, with a 5% incentive applied for DVBE participation. The contract features standard state-required clauses and certifications, including a unique disclosure requirement concerning the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) for deliverables impacting state systems or contract performance. Inspection of work will take place at the contractor’s facilities, and invoicing will be managed through CDFW’s designated Contract Manager. The IFB outlines detailed bid submission protocols, requiring complete documentation according to the submittal checklist, with all materials submitted in PDF format electronically or by physical delivery before the stated deadline. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to relevant legal and regulatory standards, ensuring expert testimony and laboratory analysis meet prosecutorial and evidentiary standards in cannabis and pesticide-related enforcement actions.
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Alameda, CA, USASet-Aside
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Submission Closed
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