This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Sacramento, California. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

Pre Bid Conference(N/A) Contractor agrees to provide all materials, labor, equipment, tools, permits, taxes, fees, and documentation necessary for the removal and disposal of waste items at the facilities listed below. Service is required for the removal of waste material stored in tanks and 55-gallon drums. A. Mendocino Unit (MEU) Headquarters (HQ) Mobile Equipment: 17501 North Highway 101, Willits, CA 95490 B. Jackson Demonstration State Forest (JDSF): 802 North Main Street, Fort Bragg, CA 95437 C. Chamberlain Creek Conservation Camp (CCFC): 15800 Highway 20, Fort Bragg, CA 95437 D. Parlin Fork Conservation Camp (PF): 23000 Highway 20, Fort Bragg, CA 95437 In addition to those programs and preferences that are specified in this solicitation, Prospective Contractors are encouraged to consider programs and preferences that are available, such as those for the use of small businesses, disadvantaged businesses, disabled veteran businesses, and other businesses covered by State and Federal programs and preferences. On March 4, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-6-22 (the EO) regarding Economic Sanctions against Russia and Russian entities and individuals. "Economic Sanctions" refers to sanctions imposed by the U.S. government in response to Russia's actions in Ukraine, as well as any sanctions imposed under state law. By submitting a bid or proposal, Contractor represents that it is not a target of Economic Sanctions. Should the State determine Contractor is a target of Economic Sanctions or is conducting prohibited transactions with sanctioned individuals or entities, that shall be grounds for rejection of the Contractor's bid/proposal any time prior to contract execution, or, if determined after contract execution, shall be grounds for termination by the State. A Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) goal is not required, but DVBE participation is encouraged, and a DVBE incentive may apply to this IFB. See Section D, Special Programs, Item 1, in this IFB for requirements. As required by Executive Order S-02-06, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is committed to meeting the State's 25 percent (25%) Small Business (SB) participation goal. Certified SBs, Micro Businesses (MB), and contractors willing to commit to subcontracting a minimum of 25 percent (25%) of their net bid price to certified SBs or MBs (if applicable), are encouraged to submit bids. See Section D, Special Programs, Item 2, in this IFB for requirements. In the opinion of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), this IFB is complete and without need of explanation. However, if you have questions, or should you need any clarifying information, the contact person for this IFB is: Christopher Cabanes California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection 710 Riverpoint Court West Sacramento, CA 95605 christopher.cabanes@fire.ca.gov Please note that no verbal information given will be binding upon the State unless such information is issued in writing as an official addendum. Technical questions regarding this solicitation will be addressed, in writing, and in accordance with the Questions and Answers portion of this IFB. See Section C, Item 1, Key Action Dates for more details. Written Question and Answer Period A. Potential Bidders may submit written questions regarding the bid by March 07, 2024. All questions should be emailed in writing to christopher.cabanes@fire.ca.gov. NO QUESTIONS will be entertained after March 07, 2024. B. Written questions must include: the individual's name, firm name, complete address and must reference IFB No. 1CA06785. This Agreement will commence on April 1, 2024 (estimate) or upon approval by the California Department of General Services (DGS), whichever is later, and no work shall begin before that time. This Agreement is of no effect unless approved by DGS. Contractor shall not receive payment for work performed prior to approval of the Agreement and before receipt of notice to proceed by CAL FIRE Project Representative. This Agreement shall expire on March 31, 2027 (estimate). The services shall be provided during normal working hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except State holidays. Actual work schedule and service frequency shall be coordinated by the CAL FIRE Project Representative. The parties may amend this Agreement as permitted by law.