RFQ NR23-012 - Metal and Aluminum

The Department of Fish & Wildlife in California is seeking quotes for preformed metal and aluminum items as specified in Attachment 1 Specification Sheet. All steel used in the procurement must be sourced domestically, in accordance with the Build America Buy America Act (BABBA). The solicitation, titled RFQ NR23-012 - Metal and Aluminum, was posted on February 8, 2024, with a response deadline of February 23, 2024. The procurement process is open and does not specify set-aside categories or NAICS codes. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Dana Mason, reachable via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. The project is to be executed within California, although specific city or ZIP code details are not provided. The contract involves compliance with several certification requirements related to the Darfur Contracting Act, mandated by California Public Contract Code sections 10475-10481. Bidders must complete certification forms affirming they are not scrutinized companies doing business in Sudan or outside the U.S. within the last three years. These certifications include declarations regarding business activities outside the United States, with penalties for false statements under perjury. The documentation ensures that all vendors adhere to state regulations aimed at preventing contracts with scrutinized entities, aligning with broader legislative efforts to promote ethical sourcing and compliance with the Build America Buy America Act. The procurement emphasizes transparency, domestic sourcing, and adherence to specific legal certifications to qualify for participation.