California Law Requires Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation. All
bidders for this solicitation, must meet the minimum DVBE participation requirement
of 5%. Bidders are eligible to receive a DVBE incentive for their participation. For more
information regarding this option, see section M of the IFB entitled "Preference and
Incentive Programs." Prevailing Wage Requirements
In accordance with the provisions of Section 1770, 1773 and 1773.1 of the Labor Code,
the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) has ascertained general
prevailing wage rates in the county in which the work is to be performed. The rates of
prevailing wage are determined by the Department of Industrial Relations, Labor
Statistics and Research. The Prevailing Wage Rages as specified by the Department of
Industrial Relations are available on the DIR website . Purpose and Description of Services
The Department of California Highway Patrol (CHP) is soliciting bids from firms that provide
Window Replacement Services. Bids must address all of the services described in Exhibit A
entitled, "Scope of Work" that is included in the Proposed Agreement Forms/Exhibits section
of this IFB. Exhibit A contains a detailed description of the services and work to be
performed, as a result of this IFB including those terms in the referenced exhibits.
The CHP intends to make a single agreement award to the responsive and responsible firm
offering the lowest bid. This IFB is open to all eligible firms and/or individuals that meet the
qualification requirements. Questions Due February 26, 2024 @ 10:00 a.m. Agreement Term
The term of the resulting agreement is anticipated to be effective from May 01, 2024 through
April 30, 2025. The agreement term may change if CHP makes an award earlier than
expected or if CHP cannot execute the agreement in a timely manner due to unforeseen
delays. CHP reserves the right to extend the term of the resulting agreement as necessary
to complete or continue the services. Agreement extensions are subject to satisfactory
performance, funding availability, and possibly approval by Department of General Services
(DGS).
The resulting agreement will be of no force or effect until it is signed by both parties and
approved by DGS, if required. Bidder is hereby advised not to commence performance until
all approvals have been obtained. If performance commences before all approvals are
obtained, said services may be considered to have been volunteered. Bidder Questions
Bidders shall immediately notify CHP if clarification is needed regarding the services sought
or questions arise about the IFB and/or its accompanying materials, instructions, or
requirements. Bidders shall submit questions via email to Piron Vossoughi at
Piron.Vossoughi@chp.ca.gov. To ensure a response and inclusion in the Questions &
Answers (Q&A) document, questions must be received by the scheduled date in Section B,
Time Schedule. Following the question submission deadline, the CHP will post a summary
response of the questions and answers to be viewed on the original solicitation on the Cal
eProcure website titled "Questions and Answers to IFB 23C245004". CHP reserves the
right to contact an inquirer to seek clarification of any inquiry received. Verbal questions
CHP reserves the right not to accept or respond to verbal questions and inquiries.
Spontaneous verbal remarks provided in response to verbal inquiries are
unofficial and are not binding on CHP unless later confirmed in writing. Any
additional requirements shall be issued in the form of an addendum to all potential
bidders.
Direct all verbal requests for DVBE assistance to CHP, SB/DVBE Advocate at
(916) 843-3616 up to the bid due date. Scope of Work
See Exhibit A entitled, "Scope of Work" that is included in the Proposed Agreement
Forms/Exhibits section of this IFB. Exhibit A contains a detailed description of the services
and work to be performed resulting of this IFB. If you have any questions, please contact Piron Vossoughi, Contract Services Unit via email at piron.vossoughi@chp.ca.gov .
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