IFB 26C461003 CHP Los Banos Protective Clothing & Operational Supply Rental Services

The California Department of Highway Patrol (CHP) is soliciting bids for protective clothing and operational supply rental services at the Los Banos Area Office under IFB 26C461003, with bids due September 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and public bid opening at 2:15 p.m. the same day. DVBE participation is waived but available as a voluntary incentive adjustment.

The scope covers rental and maintenance of uniforms (jackets, coats, shirts, jeans, coveralls), slip-resistant mats, dust mops, shop towels, and hand sanitizers for approximately 2 employees over a 156-week period. Bidders must demonstrate three consecutive years of experience in protective clothing and operational supplies services within the past five years, hold a valid local city or county business license, provide proof of sound business integrity, and maintain liability insurance meeting specified requirements.

The contract term runs from January 1, 2027 through January 31, 2030, with potential extensions subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. The award will be single-source to the responsive and responsible firm offering the lowest bid.

Small/micro business preferences up to 5 percent, non-small business subcontractor preferences up to 5 percent, and nonprofit veteran service agency preferences are available. Questions are due September 23, 2026. Bidders must submit original bid packages via mail or hand delivery; electronic submission is not permitted. CHP reserves the right to reject all bids, cancel the IFB, correct clerical or mathematical errors, and waive immaterial defects. No walk-through will be held, and prospective bidders bear all costs associated with bid development and submission.