This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Sacramento, California. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

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 as a result of this IFB. Commercial float building services for chp uniformed hiring section. If a discrepancy occurs between the information in the advertisement appearing on the Department of General Services, California State Contracts Register (CSCR) on the Cal online and the information herein, the information in this notice and in the attached IFB shall take precedence. Regardless of postmark or method of delivery, the CHP, Business Services Section, Contract Services Unit must receive bid packages no later than the time and date found in the Section B of the attached IFB, entitled "Time Schedule." Refer to the attached IFB for detailed submission requirements. California Law requires Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation; however, the DVBE participation requirement has been waived by CHP for this solicitation. Bidders who opt to utilize DVBE participation are eligible to receive DVBE incentive. For more information regarding this option, see section M of the IFB entitled "Preference and Incentive Programs. In the opinion of the CHP, this Invitation for Bids is complete and without need of explanation. However, if questions arise or there is a need to obtain clarifying information, bidders shall submit requests in accordance with the instructions in section D of the IFB entitled "Bidder Questions." Questions Due May 16, 2025 @ 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. Tessa Gomez at tegomez@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 online "Questions and Answers to IFB 24C053002. CHP reserves the right to contact an inquirer to seek clarification of any inquiry received. Proposed Start Date of Agreement June 1, 2025 OR UPON APPROVAL, WHICHEVER IS LATER. Walk-Through CHP will not hold a walk-through for this IFB. The term of the resulting agreement is anticipated to be effective from June 1, 2025 through January 1, 2026. 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. 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 volunteer. Bidders that fail to report a known or suspected problem with this IFB and/or any accompanying materials or fail to seek clarification and/or correction of this IFB and/or any accompanying materials shall submit a bid at their own risk. In addition, if awarded the agreement, the successful bidder shall not be entitled to additional compensation for any additional work caused by such problem, including any ambiguity, conflict, discrepancy, omission, or error. 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. 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).