(IFB) Number #26C530000 entitled, CHP Carson Platform Scales (Northbound and Southbound) ¿ Portable Chemical Toilet Rental Services - REBID.

The California Department of Highway Patrol (CHP) issued Invitation for Bids (IFB) Number #26C530000 for portable chemical toilet rental services at the Carson Platform Scales facilities (Northbound and Southbound) as a rebid opportunity. The procuring agency seeks a single qualified vendor to provide rental services with weekly pickup and delivery operations, initial setup and configuration, and routine maintenance and replacement of worn or damaged units as needed. Prospective bidders must possess a valid City or County Business License and demonstrate at least three consecutive years of documented experience in managing and operating portable chemical toilet rental service operations. The evaluation will be conducted on a lowest-cost basis following applicable preference adjustments. Key deadlines include March 25, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. for submission of bidder questions, with bids due April 2, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and opening scheduled for 11:15 a.m. the same day. The anticipated contract term runs from October 1, 2026 through October 31, 2029, with CHP retaining the right to extend the agreement as necessary.

Bidders may qualify for preference considerations including Small/Micro Business Preference (up to 5% adjustment), Non-Small Business Subcontractor Preference (up to 5% for firms committing 25% small business subcontracting), and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) Incentive (1% to 5% based on DVBE participation level), though DVBE participation requirements have been waived and are voluntary for incentive consideration only. All successful bidders and assigned personnel must pass driver license checks prior to facility access authorization, with CHP reserving the right to immediately cancel the contract upon adverse findings. Contract pricing will be determined based on bid submissions received, with rates remaining fixed throughout the entire agreement term and any amendments. Proof of liability insurance meeting specified limits must be provided prior to contract execution. The State reserves the right to reject all bids, cancel the IFB, amend the agreement following award, and waive any immaterial bid defects.