Protective Clothing & Operational Supplies Rental - IFB 26C075002

The California Department of Highway Patrol (CHP) issued Invitation for Bids (IFB) Number 26C075002 for protective clothing and operational supplies rental services to support Fleet Operations at the South Office. However, the attached government file indicates this procurement was reissued as IFB 26C130000 for weapons range use services at the Red Bluff Area Office. The CHP seeks a single contractor to provide access to a weapons firing range facility located within 30 miles of the Red Bluff Area Office at 2550 Main Street, Red Bluff, CA 96080, capable of accommodating approximately 25 CHP personnel. Required services include hosting multiple firearm qualifications and practice sessions annually, including .40 caliber pistol shoots (12 annually with 2 qualifications and 10 practice sessions), tactical rifle shoots at .223 caliber (4 quarterly shoots with 1 night shoot), and shotgun shoots with 00 buckshot (8 annually with 2 night shoots). The contractor must maintain the facility in usable condition, provide restroom facilities if available, and establish mutually agreeable usage schedules with CHP. Prospective bidders must possess a valid business license, maintain sound business integrity, demonstrate a history of responsive contractual performance, and if incorporated, provide certification of good standing and qualification to conduct business in California. Written questions are due April 8, 2026, by 10:00 AM, with bids due April 23, 2026, by 3:00 PM, with bid opening occurring immediately thereafter. CHP will award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest cost after adjusting for applicable small business or DVBE preferences.

The contract includes a DVBE participation requirement that has been waived, though bidders may opt for DVBE incentive eligibility. The contractor is responsible for all costs, including taxes, insurance, bonds, license and permit fees, and facility maintenance. Proof of liability insurance meeting specified requirements is mandatory, with commercial general liability coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate and automobile liability of $1,000,000 combined single limit per accident. The anticipated agreement term extends from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2029, with potential extensions subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. Pricing will be submitted on a monthly rate basis for facility use by up to 25 shooters, with compensation determined in arrears following invoice approval. No walk-through of the facility will be held prior to bid submission. The specific award value or budget range was not disclosed in the available procurement documents.