(IFB) Number 26C034001 entitled, CHP Equal Opportunity & Access Office ¿ Sign Language Interpreting Services

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Equal Opportunity & Access Office is soliciting bids through Invitation for Bids (IFB) Number 26C034001 for sign language interpreting services. This procurement seeks qualified contractors to provide comprehensive interpretation services to support the CHP's commitment to equal access and opportunity for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. While the specific scope of deliverables is not detailed in the available documentation, sign language interpreting services typically encompass on-site and remote interpretation for meetings, training sessions, public events, and administrative functions. Prospective bidders must submit written questions by April 27, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., with responses provided by May 1, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. Final bid submissions are due by May 7, 2026, at 11:59 p.m., with a public bid opening scheduled for May 7, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Qualified contractors must demonstrate relevant experience and appropriate credentials in sign language interpretation, though specific qualification requirements are referenced in the full IFB document. The CHP will award the contract to the lowest responsible responsive bidder based on established evaluation criteria outlined in the solicitation.

Small Business Enterprise (SBE) preference and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation incentives of three to five percent are applicable to this procurement, potentially favoring eligible small and veteran-owned businesses. The solicitation requires submission of all required documentation including certification sheets, cost proposals, payee data records, bidder declarations, and DVBE participation documentation if applicable, submitted as a single non-fillable PDF file. Prevailing wage requirements apply if the bid amount exceeds $2,500, and contractors must maintain appropriate insurance coverage including Commercial General Liability of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and Workers' Compensation coverage with employer liability limits of at least $1,000,000. The contract term and budget range are not specified in the available documentation, but bidders should consult the complete IFB for comprehensive details regarding contract duration, anticipated costs, and other specific performance requirements.