Shop Clothing and Linen Services, IFB 26C465001

The California Department of Highway Patrol (CHP) is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB 26C465001) for Shop Clothing and Linen Services to support the CHP Modesto Area Office. This procurement seeks weekly rental services for protective clothing and operational supplies for approximately six employees over a three-year contract period from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2029. The deliverables include uniform rental items such as jackets, shirts, trousers, and coveralls, as well as slip-resistant and anti-fatigue mats and automotive shop rags. Qualified bidders must be rotation tow providers in good standing on the CHP Modesto Area Office Tow Service Agreement with no suspensions within the past year, possess a valid local business license, maintain sound business integrity, and provide proof of liability insurance meeting specified requirements. Bidders must perform at least 75 percent of the work in-house with no more than 25 percent subcontracted, and all personnel assigned to the contract are subject to security clearance requirements including driver license and fingerprint checks. The CHP will award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest cost after adjustments for applicable preferences including small business (up to 5 percent), non-small business subcontractor (up to 5 percent), and DVBE incentive (up to 5 percent). Questions are due by May 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., with sealed bids due by May 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., followed by bid opening at 10:15 a.m. the same day; no bidders conference or walk-through is planned for this procurement.

While the California Law requires Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, the CHP has waived the mandatory DVBE participation requirement for this solicitation. However, bidders who voluntarily utilize DVBE subcontractors are eligible to receive DVBE incentive adjustments of up to 5 percent in the evaluation process. Small businesses and nonprofits also qualify for preference adjustments of up to 5 percent each. The solicitation does not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it reference integration with existing infrastructure or technology systems. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes by mail or hand delivery to the CHP Business Services Section, Contract Services Unit at 601 North 7th Street, Sacramento, California 95811. The contract is subject to funding availability under the Budget Act, and the State reserves the right to cancel the agreement without cause upon 30 days' notice or immediately for cause. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the solicitation documentation.