Low-Friction Driver Training Ring Manufacturing

The contract calls for the fabrication of rigid polymer or composite rings designed to fit over 235/45R18 tires to simulate traction loss during emergency vehicle training scenarios. These rings must be engineered to reliably reduce tire-road friction under controlled conditions, enabling instructors to safely train drivers in loss-of-control recovery techniques without compromising vehicle integrity or training safety. The rings must be durable, consistent in performance, and compatible with standard emergency service tire sizes to ensure repeatable and realistic training outcomes across multiple vehicles and environments. The solicitation is issued as a subcontract under NAICS code 326199, indicating a focus on other rubber product manufacturing, with a response deadline of May 30, 2026, and a posting date of May 13, 2026. The contracting agency is CAL FIRE, representing the State of California, and performance is expected to support statewide emergency vehicle driver training programs. There is no specified set-aside classification or point of contact included, and the place of performance details are not provided, suggesting flexibility in manufacturing location as long as deliverables meet technical and timing requirements.