Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection District Chipping Services RFP 26-05 - 2026
Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection DistrictFire District · Orinda, CA- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Casey Irving
- (925) 258-4513
The 30-second brief
The Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection District seeks qualified, licensed contractors to provide residential chipping services and vegetation management in support of ongoing wildfire-risk-reduction and fuels-mitigation programs. Scope of work includes chipping brush, dead annual grasses and weeds, dead trees, and unmaintained healthy trees, as well as hauling and properly disposing of chipped material or broadcasting chips on site across developed and undeveloped parcels. The contract is not-to-exceed $500,000 for a two-year period with a one-year extension option. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM PDT, submitted via the share file link. Contractors must hold a California contractor license, maintain commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and automobile liability insurance, and submit hourly pricing based on a standardized two-person crew configuration.
Two-person chipping crew-Chips broadcast on site, Two-person chipping crew – Chips hauled and disposed
Overall proposal suitability, Organizational Experience, Previous work, Value and cost, Technical expertise and experience
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Summary
The Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection District seeks qualified, licensed contractors to provide residential chipping services and vegetation management in support of ongoing wildfire-risk-reduction and fuels-mitigation programs.
Scope of work includes chipping brush, dead annual grasses and weeds, dead trees, and unmaintained healthy trees, as well as hauling and properly disposing of chipped material or broadcasting chips on site across developed and undeveloped parcels. The contract is not-to-exceed $500,000 for a two-year period with a one-year extension option. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM PDT, submitted via the share file link. Contractors must hold a California contractor license, maintain commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and automobile liability insurance, and submit hourly pricing based on a standardized two-person crew configuration.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Overall proposal suitability
- Organizational Experience
- Previous work
- Value and cost
- Technical expertise and experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Two-person chipping crew-Chips broadcast on site, Two-person chipping crew – Chips hauled and disposed
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
signed letter of transmittal, Description of experience providing chipping services, Two references from past clients, Proof of Commercial General Liability Insurance, Proof of Workers’ Compensation Insurance, Proof of Automobile Liability Insurance, A copy of the Contractor License from the Contractors State License Board
- Submit to
- https://mofd.org
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Orinda, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://mofd.org. For questions, contact Casey Irving.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection District in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Casey Irving at (925) 258-4513. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two-person chipping crew-Chips broadcast on site, Two-person chipping crew – Chips hauled and disposed. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Overall proposal suitability, Organizational Experience, Previous work, Value and cost, Technical expertise and experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection District?
All active and historical solicitations from Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection District are tracked and searchable. As a fire district agency, Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: signed letter of transmittal, Description of experience providing chipping services, Two references from past clients, Proof of Commercial General Liability Insurance, Proof of Workers’ Compensation I. Review the full document from Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orinda, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.