IFB 26C456002 - CHP Oakhurst Area Office Protective Clothing & Operational Supplies Contract

The California Department of Highway Patrol is requesting bids for protective clothing and operational supply rental services at the Oakhurst Area Office under IFB 26C456002, with bids due October 28, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The DVBE participation requirement has been waived, though bidders may propose DVBE participation and receive incentive adjustments up to 5 percent. Small/micro business preference (up to 5 percent) and non-small business subcontractor preference (up to 5 percent for 25 percent small business subcontractor participation) are available, with cumulative adjustments capped at 10 percent or $100,000, whichever is less.

The scope includes rental services for uniforms (jackets, shirts, trousers, long sleeves, jeans, and coveralls), slip-resistant mats in various sizes, and automotive shop rags and towels. Bidders must provide pricing for initial rental costs over 156 weeks, per-item replacement costs, and uniform setup and resizing fees.

The contract runs May 1, 2027 through May 31, 2030 (three years), with possible extension subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. CHP intends a single award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder after adjusting for applicable preferences and incentives.

Bidders must demonstrate at least three consecutive years of experience managing and operating a protective clothing and operational supplies service company within the past five years and hold a valid local city or county business license. Corporations must be in good standing and qualified to conduct business in California. Before execution, the winning bidder must provide proof of liability insurance meeting specified requirements and pass a driver license check; adverse findings may result in personnel replacement or contract cancellation.

Questions are due October 21, 2026. No walk-through or bidders' conference will be held.