This Solicitation opportunity from California was posted on February 23, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.
Wildland Firefighting Helitanker Station
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The contract solicitation SPD126-SPDAD-6321 pertains to the construction of a Wildland Firefighting Helitanker Station located in San Bernardino, California. The project involves building critical infrastructure including a permanent aerial firefighting water tank (cistern) with associated water systems, pads, solar-powered remote monitoring, and an aviation wind cone system designed to meet relevant fire safety standards such as NFPA and AWWA. The scope encompasses all necessary labor, materials, and services, with a construction timeframe expected between 120 to 210 calendar days. The solicitation was posted on February 23, 2026, with bids due by March 24, 2026, and an optional pre-bid meeting available. Contractors must be licensed and registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) as required for public works projects in the state, demonstrating strict compliance with prevailing wage laws and labor codes. Labor compliance is a dominant feature of this contract, governed by California Labor Code sections and administered through DIR prevailing wage determinations effective through mid-2026. Contractors are obligated to pay workers no less than specified wage rates for various trades, maintain apprenticeship ratios, submit weekly certified payrolls, and adhere to safety and environmental regulations including CAL/OSHA standards. Special conditions require contractor responsibility for permits, job site safety, sanitary facilities, and construction water provisions. Technical specifications and detailed contract drawings cover design criteria, installation standards, and materials for the water tank and firefighting support systems. Liquidated damages provisions apply if project milestones are missed, underscoring the importance of timely completion. The solicitation lacks standard federal contract clauses and evaluation factors typical in federal procurements, reflecting its state-level public works nature. The overall focus is on compliance with California’s public works laws, technical adequacy of firefighting infrastructure, and ensuring project delivery within established safety and labor standards.
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San Bernardino, CA, 92415, USASet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
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