CHP Auburn Area Office Protective Clothing & Operational Supplies Rental Services IFB 26C220001

The California Department of Highway Patrol is requesting bids for protective clothing and operational supplies rental services at the CHP Auburn Area Office under IFB 26C220001, with bids due June 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The DVBE participation requirement has been waived; however, bidders may voluntarily participate to receive DVBE incentive adjustments.

The scope covers rental of uniform items including shop jackets, shirts, trousers, coveralls, mats, rags, towels, and dust mops, along with replacement costs and uniform setup and resizing services. A single responsive and responsible bidder will be selected on a low-bid basis.

Evaluation applies multiple preferences and incentives: small/micro business preference (up to 5%), non-small business subcontractor preference (up to 5%), DVBE incentive (varying by participation level), and Nonprofit Veteran Service Agency small business preference (up to 5%). Bidders must hold a valid local or county business license, comply with driver license checks before facility access, and maintain liability insurance meeting specified requirements.

The contract will run from October 1, 2026 through October 31, 2029, with CHP reserving the right to extend the term subject to satisfactory performance, funding availability, and potential Department of General Services approval. Place of performance is the CHP Auburn Area Office.

Questions are due June 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Bids will be opened the same day at 2:15 p.m. No walk-through is scheduled. Bidders must submit one original sealed bid package by mail or hand delivery to the CHP Business Services Section, Contract Services Unit. All submitted materials become property of CHP under the California Public Records Act. The State reserves the right to reject all bids and cancel the IFB if deemed in its best interest.