The Department of California Highway Patrol (CHP) is soliciting bids from firms to provide HVAC Maintenance Services. Bids must address all 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. Description: CHP Blackrock Platform Scales - HVAC Maintenance Services 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. The term of the resulting agreement is anticipated to be effective from February 1, 2025 through January 31, 2028. 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). 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 YVONNE TRINH at yvonne.trinh@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 online website titled "Questions and Answers to IFB 24C660004". CHP reserves the right to contact an inquirer to seek clarification of any inquiry received. Question Deadline 10/04/2024 at 10:00 AM PT Direct all verbal requests for DVBE assistance to CHP, SB/DVBE Advocate at (916) 843-3627 up to the bid due date. 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. Event Site Walkthrough note: No bid will be considered from a Contractor that did not sign-in at the mandatory walk-through. As a courtesy, please email Karen Mejia, Facilities Analyst at karen.mejia@chp.ca.gov to confirm your plans to attend this walk-through.