26CRC006 - Temporary Relief RNs, LVNs, and CNAs

The California Department of Veterans Affairs is requesting bids for temporary relief staffing services — Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), and Registered Nurses (RN) — at the Veterans Home of California - Chula Vista under IFB 26CRC006, with bids due August 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM and a mandatory walkthrough on August 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM. A five percent preference is available to certified Small/Micro businesses, provided the preference does not exceed $50,000; no minimum preference or set-aside applies. The DVBE Incentive Program offers one to five percent incentive based on confirmed Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation, though no minimum DVBE goal is mandated.

The scope comprises temporary relief nursing services at 700 East Naples Court, Chula Vista, California 91911, with estimated 1,200 hours per service classification over the contract term. Bidders must submit hourly rates for all three classifications on the Bid Rate Sheet; rates remain binding for the entire three-year contract term and any extensions through formal amendment. The contract runs from September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2029 with no renewal options. CalVet will award up to three contracts to the lowest responsible bidders meeting all requirements; multiple contract awards are possible based on ranking.

Contractors must hold all required nursing licenses and certifications and provide all travel, labor, permits, and related expenses. Certified SB, MB, and DVBE entities must complete the Commercially Useful Function Certification Form CV 012 and maintain stated participation levels; failure to do so may result in contract termination and penalties. Prime contractors awarded DVBE participation must submit a Prime Contractor's Certification - DVBE Subcontracting Report upon completion, with $10,000 withheld from final payment pending receipt. All bidders must complete mandatory certifications including the Contractor Certification Clauses (nondiscrimination, drug-free workplace, NLRB compliance), California Civil Rights Laws Certification, Bidders Certification, and Bidders Checklist. Written questions are due August 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM; responses post by August 10 at 5:00 PM. Public bid opening is August 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM, with proposed award on August 17, 2026.