The Department of California Highway Patrol (CHP) invites prospective bidders to review and respond to the attached Invitation for Bids (IFB) Number 23C834005 entitled, CHP Needles Area office Janitorial Services. When preparing and submitting a bid, compliance with the instructions found herein is imperative. 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." Proposed Start Date of Agreement May 1, 2024 OR UPON APPROVAL, WHICHEVER IS LATER The term of the resulting agreement is anticipated to be effective from May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025 with one (1) one-year option to extend by the state. 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. 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. Questions Due April 19, 2024 @ 10:00 a.m. 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 Ms. Joshua Wickland at joshua.wickland@chp.ca.gov.
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