RFQ-R3-0627-01 Tractor

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is soliciting bids under RFQ-R3-0627-01 for a tractor to be used for the maintenance of the Grizzly Island Wildlife Area. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the state reserving the right to award on an all-or-none basis, by individual group, or by individual line item. Technical responsiveness is critical, as any deviations from the listed specifications will result in disqualification. The equipment must be delivered to 2547 Grizzly Island Road, Suisun City, California, by February 1, 2027, with all responses required to be quoted as F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid. Inspection will be conducted by a State Auto Inspector at the supplier's place of business within five business days of notification that the equipment is ready. Acceptance is contingent upon the presence of all required documentation, including a pre-delivery service checklist, window stickers, equipment warranties, and owner's manuals. Bidders must provide a California retailer's seller's permit and complete the Payee Data Record Form. While the DVBE program requirements are waived, a 5% bid preference is available for certified small businesses or non-small businesses that commit to 25% small business subcontractor participation. All SB/MB/DVBE bidders must also provide a Commercially Useful Function certification.