Rancho California Water District Planet bids #RFB No. 248-2026

Procurement of Two Helicopter Dip Tanks for Wildfire Mitigation in Riverside County

Rancho California Water District is seeking quotations for the supply of two helicopter dip tanks to enhance aerial wildfire suppression in the De Luz and La Cresta communities of Riverside County, California. - Government Buyer: - Rancho California Water District (primary procuring entity) - County of Riverside (project funder and oversight) - Products Requested: - Two helicopter dip tanks (materials only, no installation or services) - Each tank must have a minimum usable water capacity of 3,000 gallons - Fabricated from 10-gauge steel, UV- and corrosion-resistant - Equipped with LED edge lighting - Compatible with 6-inch inlet fill and 3-inch outlet drain connections - Designed to support aerial firefighting, including Boeing CH-47 Chinook helicopters - Notable Requirements: - Delivery required within 70 days after order receipt - Compliance with all District specifications and safety/quality standards - Submittal of manufacturer and model information required - Equivalent products may be proposed if they meet all specifications; no specific OEMs are mandated - Project is fully funded by the County of Riverside's Unincorporated Communities Initiative (up to $500,000) - Tanks will be installed at two approved sites in high fire hazard zones (De Luz and La Cresta) - No OEMs or specific brands are named; opportunity is open to all qualified vendors able to meet the technical requirements.

Description

Rancho California Water District is soliciting quotations for the materials of two helicopter dip tanks to support aerial wildfire suppression operations within its service area. The project aims to enhance wildfire mitigation and community protection in partnership with the County of Riverside, funded by the County's Unincorporated Communities Initiative. The dip tanks will be strategically located in the De Luz and La Cresta communities, areas designated as Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones, to provide reliable water sources for aerial firefighting. The procurement covers one tank at each of the two approved sites, improving response effectiveness during wildfires.

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