Shop Clothing / Linen Services - IFB 26C675001

The California Department of Highway Patrol (CHP) issued Invitation for Bids (IFB) Number 26C675001 for protective clothing and operational supplies rental services at the CHP Santa Ana Area Office. This procurement solicits weekly rental services including uniforms (jackets, short-sleeve shirts, long-sleeve shirts, and trousers), slip-resistant mats, automotive shop rags, and bar towels for approximately five employees, with initial weekly quantities of 2 jackets, 11 short-sleeve shirts, 11 long-sleeve shirts, 11 trousers, 10 slip-resistant mats (3'x10'), 24 automotive shop rags (12"x12"), and 24 bar towels (16"x16"). The contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and transportation for weekly pickup and delivery services. Bidders must submit rates per item for both initial rental costs and replacement costs, with the total bid price determining the basis of award. Qualification requirements include possession of a valid local business license, corporate good standing (if applicable), proof of liability insurance meeting specified requirements, and successful completion of driver license checks before facility access is granted. The IFB was released on March 27, 2026, with questions due April 6, 2026, by 8:00 a.m., and bids due April 13, 2026, by 1:00 p.m. The proposed agreement will commence December 1, 2026, or upon approval, whichever is later, with a contract term extending through December 31, 2029, and potential extensions available at CHP's discretion subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. No walk-through or bidders conference is scheduled.

The DVBE participation requirement has been waived by CHP for this solicitation, though bidders may voluntarily claim DVBE incentive participation for potential bid adjustment benefits not exceeding five percent of the lowest responsive bid. Small and micro business subcontractor preferences are also available with adjustments not exceeding five percent of the lowest responsive bid. All bidders must comply with Executive Order N-6-22 regarding Russia sanctions and must disclose any generative artificial intelligence use that materially impacts contract performance. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation materials. Bid packages must be submitted to the CHP Business Services Section in Sacramento and must include all required certifications, client references, payee data records, and insurance documentation. The specific award value or budget range for this procurement has not been disclosed in the available solicitation materials.