Bottled Water

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is seeking a bottled water and water dispenser rental contract for 19 locations across California, with a service period from March 1, 2016 through February 28, 2017. The procurement involves supplying 371 5-gallon water bottles monthly, 14 cold water dispensers, and 12 hot/cold water dispensers to various CHP facilities statewide. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) requires bidders to provide unit pricing for water bottles and dispenser rentals, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all specified requirements. Bids are due by February 23, 2016 at 2:00 PM PST, with contract award scheduled for the same date. The contract includes flexibility for CHP to adjust delivery locations and quantities at the same bid unit prices, and allows for a potential two-month contract extension. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness to RFQ requirements, pricing, and overall compliance with procurement specifications.

The solicitation offers bid preferences for small businesses, disabled veteran businesses, and non-small businesses with at least 25% certified small business subcontractor participation, with a 5% bid preference available for qualifying entities. Eligible bidders include small businesses, non-small businesses, and those with significant small business subcontractor involvement. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement involves monthly water bottle and dispenser rental services across 19 CHP locations, suggesting a moderate-value contract. The RFQ does not mention incumbent vendors or require integration with existing technology. The contract's structure allows for potential variations in service locations and quantities, providing flexibility for both the CHP and the awarded vendor. Prospective bidders must carefully review all RFQ requirements and ensure they can meet the specified delivery and service standards across multiple California locations.