Shop Clothing/Linen Services - IFB 25C725000

The Department of California Highway Patrol (CHP) has issued Invitation for Bids (IFB) #25C725000 for protective clothing and operational supplies rental services at the Hollister-Gilroy Area office located in Gilroy, California. The procurement seeks a vendor to provide weekly rental and delivery of shop clothing, uniforms, operational supplies, mats, and rags for two employees over a 156-week contract period. Specific deliverables include shop jackets, coats, uniform shirts, denim jeans, slip-resistant mats, and automotive shop rags, with services encompassing initial uniform setup, sizing, fitting, and resizing. The bid was released on November 5, 2025, with written questions due by November 13, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., and bids are due by November 21, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., followed by a public bid opening at 12:15 p.m. Bidders must demonstrate at least three consecutive years of recent experience managing protective clothing and operational supplies services, hold a current local business license, and provide proof of liability insurance meeting specified requirements.

Regarding set-aside designations, the Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement has been waived, though bidders who utilize DVBE participation may receive an incentive of up to 5 percent based on certified DVBE commitment. Small/micro business preferences and non-small business subcontractor preferences are available, with potential preferences up to 5 percent each and not exceeding $50,000. Bidders must comply with various state and federal requirements, including Executive Order N-6-22 regarding Russia sanctions and DVBE compliance provisions. While the specific contract budget is listed as "TBD Upon Award," the procurement covers a contract term from January 1, 2026, through January 31, 2029, with the first month designated for transition and initial setup services. Bidders will be required to submit detailed pricing on the bid form, including unit costs and replacement costs for each listed item, and provide client references demonstrating their capability to perform the required services.