IFB #25C414002 - Misc. Services - Shower Rental - CHP Central Division Air Operations

The California Department of Highway Patrol (CHP) is soliciting bids through Invitation for Bids (IFB) #25C414002 for miscellaneous services consisting of portable shower rental facilities at the CHP Central Division Air Operations location in Fresno County, California. The procurement requires the delivery, setup, servicing, and maintenance of three portable shower trailers—one ADA-compliant unit and two standard units—at the facility. Required services include weekly cleaning and sanitization, hot and cold potable water supply provision, soap dispensers, non-slip flooring, drain treatment, waste disposal, and full regulatory compliance with California Code of Regulations, California Plumbing Code, California Fire Code, and local jurisdictional requirements. Qualified bidders must possess a valid local business license, County Environmental Health Permit, Disposal Site Discharge Permit, and Motor Carrier Permit if the vehicle exceeds 10,001 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating. Prior to contract execution, the winning bidder must provide proof of liability insurance including Commercial General Liability coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate limits, Automobile Liability of $1,000,000 combined single limit, and Workers' Compensation with $1,000,000 employer's liability limits. The written questions deadline is May 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with bids due May 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM; a facility walk-through is recommended with 24 hours advance notice. The contract term is three years, commencing September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2029, with CHP intending to make a single award to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest bid.

The procurement includes several set-aside designations and preference opportunities for qualified organizations. Small business and micro business entities are eligible for a preference adjustment of up to 5 percent, and non-small business subcontractors may also receive up to 5 percent preference. Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentives are available, though mandatory DVBE participation has been waived for this solicitation. Additionally, Nonprofit Veteran Service Agencies claiming small business status qualify for preference consideration. Bidders may claim applicable preferences and incentives; however, cumulative adjustments cannot exceed $100,000. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are referenced in the solicitation documentation. The estimated scope includes 36 services at unit rates to be determined by bidder proposals, with no specific budget range or award value provided in the available documentation. All bids must be submitted in a single package with one original copy and all required attachments and certifications to the CHP Business Services Section, Contract Services Unit, 601 N. 7th Street, Sacramento, CA 95811, by the specified deadline.