Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan thoroughly.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and vegetable oil until combined. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Step 4: Stir in the pumpkin puree until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula just until no flour streaks remain.
Step 6: Fold in the chocolate chips, being careful not to over-mix the batter.
Step 7: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 8: Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
Step 9: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.