26C147001 - Shop Clothing_Linen Services

The California Department of Highway Patrol is requesting bids for shop clothing and linen services at the Dunsmuir Grade Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility under IFB 26C147001, with bids due June 16, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. The DVBE participation requirement has been waived; however, small and micro business bidders are eligible for a five percent preference, and non-small business bidders claiming twenty-five percent small business subcontractor participation may receive up to five percent preference. Cumulative preference and incentive adjustments cannot exceed ten percent or $100,000, whichever is less. Bidders may voluntarily participate in DVBE to receive incentive adjustments of up to five percent.

The scope includes provision and maintenance of uniforms, shop clothing, operational supplies, and linen services for CHP personnel, encompassing jackets, shirts, pants, coveralls, slip-resistant mats, shop rags, replacement items, and uniform setup and resizing costs. Bidders must possess a valid local business license, good standing certification for corporations, and proof of liability insurance meeting specified requirements. Successful contractor and assigned personnel are subject to driver license and fingerprint checks before facility access is authorized.

The contract is anticipated to be effective from December 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029, with potential extension subject to satisfactory performance, funding availability, and Department of General Services approval. CHP intends to award to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest bid. Questions from prospective bidders are due June 9, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. No walk-through or pre-bid meeting is scheduled. All submitted bids become property of CHP and are subject to the California Public Records Act.