Opportunity
California eProcure #3PA5A01465
CAL FIRE Solicitation for Structural Turnout Pants, Category 1, for Riverside Unit (RRU)
Posted
April 16, 2026
Respond By
April 30, 2026
Identifier
3PA5A01465
NAICS
315280
This opportunity involves CAL FIRE's procurement of Structural Turnout Pants, Category 1, for its Riverside Unit (RRU) in Perris, CA: - Government Buyer: - California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), Business Services Office, Procurement Section - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs are mandated, but Lion and Morning Pride are referenced as approved manufacturers in the technical specifications - Comparable models include Lion Model CF-PVFM and Morning Pride Model CF-PVFM-CF-CAT1 - Products/Services Requested: - Structural Turnout Pants, Category 1, in multiple waist/inseam sizes (32x28 through 40x34) - Total quantities per size specified (e.g., 19 units of 40x34, 18 units of 36x32, etc.) - Shipping/freight delivery to CAL FIRE RRU, 210 W. San Jacinto, Perris, CA 92570 - Technical and Compliance Requirements: - Must be manufactured in ISO 9001 certified facilities - Must meet NFPA 1971 standards (certified by Underwriters Laboratories) - Must comply with CAL FIRE's minimum performance values for heat loss, thermal protection, and evaporation resistance - OEKO-TEX certification required for garments - Comparable to Lion Model CF-PVFM or Morning Pride Model CF-PVFM-CF-CAT1 - Submission of descriptive literature and compliance certifications required - Adherence to warranty and inspection provisions - Notable Administrative Requirements: - DVBE and California small business preferences apply - Partial deliveries and payments allowed - Delivery to be completed within 12 weeks of award (preferred within 8 weeks) - Place of Performance/Delivery: - CAL FIRE RRU, 210 W. San Jacinto, Perris, CA 92570 - No part numbers for the bulk order sizes; technical specs reference specific SKUs for comparable models
Description
This Invitation for Bid (IFB) is issued by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for the purchase of Structural Turnout Pants, Category 1, for the Riverside Unit (RRU) in Perris, California. The procurement is a one-time acquisition to supply turnout pants that meet detailed specifications and administrative requirements outlined in the IFB packet. Bidders must submit all requested documents, including signed forms and compliance certifications, by the due date. The award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest cost, considering applicable preferences and incentives.