Ballistic Glass Installation Services CHP 24C252003

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is seeking bids for Ballistic Glass Installation Services at the South Sacramento Area Office through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) with solicitation number 24C252003. The procurement covers comprehensive ballistic glass installation services as detailed in the exhibit A scope of work, targeting infrastructure security improvements for the Sacramento County jurisdiction. Prospective bidders must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and hold a valid B-General Building Contractor license from the California State License Board. A mandatory walk-through is scheduled for February 27, 2025, at 6 Massie Court in Sacramento, with potential bidders required to attend. Critical procurement dates include March 13, 2025, as the deadline for submitting questions, and April 2, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. as the bid submission deadline, with a public bid opening occurring at 2:30 p.m. the same day. The evaluation will focus on identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the contract term anticipated to run from June 1, 2025, through May 31, 2026.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside and preference provisions for disadvantaged businesses, mandating a 5% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement with additional incentives of up to 5% for exceeding the minimum DVBE participation. A small business preference of up to 5% is available, not to exceed $50,000. Prevailing wage requirements apply to this public works contract, and the state will retain $10,000 from the final payment pending submission of required DVBE utilization reporting. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement suggests a significant investment in facility security enhancement. The contract will be awarded based on comprehensive criteria including technical capability, compliance with licensing requirements, and competitive pricing, with a focus on supporting small and veteran-owned businesses through targeted procurement strategies.