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

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is soliciting bids under IFB 26C461003 for protective clothing and operational supply rental services at its Los Banos Area Office, with questions due October 28, 2026 and bids due November 4, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. No set-aside is mandated. DVBE participation is waived, but bidders may claim a Small/Micro Business Preference of up to 5 percent, a Non-Small Business Subcontractor Preference of up to 5 percent with 25 percent small business participation, or a DVBE Incentive of up to 5 percent. Cumulative preference and incentive adjustments cannot exceed 10 percent or $100,000, whichever is less. Bidders must hold a valid local business license.

The scope covers rental of shop jackets, coats, uniform shirts, jeans, coveralls, slip-resistant mats, shop towels, dust mops, and hand sanitizers, plus replacement costs for worn items and uniform set-up and resizing fees. Pricing is submitted on the provided Bid Form as unit rates and totals across the rental, replacement, and set-up categories. Quantities are estimated at weekly volumes over a 156-week period. Bidders must demonstrate at least three consecutive years of relevant experience within the past five years and maintain sound business integrity. Before contract execution, the winning bidder must provide proof of liability insurance meeting specified requirements and pass a driver license check for facility access authorization.

The agreement is anticipated to run from January 1, 2027 through January 31, 2030, with CHP retaining the right to extend the term as necessary, subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. CHP is awarding a single agreement to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest cost. Bid opening occurs November 4, 2026 at 2:15 p.m. No walk-through or bidders' conference is scheduled. CHP reserves the right to reject all bids or cancel the IFB if in the State's best interest.