CHP bottled water delivery service

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is soliciting quotations for a monthly bottled water delivery service to 32 CHP locations across Alameda County, Kern County, Trinity County, and Sunnyvale City. The procurement involves providing 5-gallon bottled water delivery and water dispenser rental services, with anticipated monthly usage ranging from 3 to 100 bottles per location and 1 to 6 dispensers per facility. The contract will run from November 15, 2024, to November 15, 2025, with the successful bidder required to begin work immediately upon contract award or after the California State Budget is passed. Bidders must submit unit pricing for bottled water, dispenser rentals, and any applicable bottle deposits, along with a total monthly cost for each location. The bid response is due by November 13, 2024, at 2:00 PM PST, and vendors must provide a Monthly Usage and Cost Report to designated CHP Purchasing staff. Evaluation criteria will likely include pricing, delivery capabilities, and the ability to serve multiple CHP locations consistently.

The solicitation includes several set-aside and participation requirements for disadvantaged businesses. Specifically, there is a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal of 3% of the total bid amount, with potential incentive points awarded for DVBE subcontractor inclusion. Bidders must complete various compliance documents, including a Conflict of Interest disclosure, a Bidder Declaration, and certification regarding business operations in the Darfur region. The contract includes provisions for recycled content standards and requires vendors to meet specific environmental and social responsibility criteria. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract allows CHP flexibility to increase or cancel service at various locations as needed. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the cost worksheet suggests a potential annual spend varying by location, with pricing to remain constant throughout the one-year contract term. Interested vendors must demonstrate the ability to deliver to multiple jurisdictions and comply with all state contracting requirements.