IFB Number 26C250004: CHP North Sacramento Area office - Protective Clothing and Operational Supplies Rental Services

The California Department of Highway Patrol is requesting bids for protective clothing and operational supplies rental services at the North Sacramento Area office under IFB 26C250004, with bids due October 14, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and questions due October 7, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. CHP intends to award a single agreement to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Bidders must possess a valid local city or county business license, demonstrate at least three consecutive years of experience managing and operating a protective clothing and operational supplies rental service within the past five years, and maintain a sound business integrity record. Corporations must certify good standing in California; nonprofits must certify eligible nonprofit status. Proof of liability insurance meeting CHP specifications and successful driver license checks are required before facility access is authorized.

The scope covers rental and provision of shop jackets, short-sleeve and long-sleeve uniform shirts, uniform trousers, slip-resistant mats, automotive shop rags, and microfiber towels for an estimated four employees over 156 weeks. The bid must include costs for initial uniform setup and resizing services. The successful bidder must submit current business licenses, certifications, client references from the past five years, and signed contractor certification clauses.

The contract term runs from November 1, 2026 through November 30, 2029 with potential for extension at CHP's discretion subject to performance and funding availability. The estimated agreement start date is November 1, 2026. CHP offers optional participation in small/micro business preferences (up to 5 percent), non-small business subcontractor preferences (up to 5 percent), Nonprofit Veteran Service Agency preferences, and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive programs, though DVBE participation requirements have been waived. Bid opening occurs on October 14, 2026 at 11:15 a.m. at the CHP Business Services Section in Sacramento.