County of Orange A-E Construction Testing and Inspection Services - RFQ 080-3158004-DB (2026)
Orange CountyCounty · Santa Ana, CA- Due
- Dec 23, 2026
- 49 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Diana Bagh
- (714) 667-1659
The 30-second brief
The County of Orange and Orange County Flood Control District seek qualified firms to establish a Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for on-call Architect-Engineer (A-E) construction testing, inspection, environmental, and related professional services. Scope categories include construction materials testing, special inspection, geotechnical and earthwork services, pavement and asphalt testing, hazardous materials and industrial hygiene, environmental site assessment, remediation, cultural resources, and testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB). Services will be utilized for capital improvement, maintenance, repair, and regulatory-compliance projects on an as-needed task order basis. The contract maximum term is three years. Responses are due by December 23, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with questions due by November 17, 2026.
Qualification and Related Experience/Technical Expertise (40%), Availability to Perform Services (25%), Key Personnel/Proposed Staffing (17.5%), SOQ Organization/Completeness of Response (15%), Degree of Compliance with the County Model Contract (2.5%)
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Summary
The County of Orange and Orange County Flood Control District seek qualified firms to establish a Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for on-call Architect-Engineer (A-E) construction testing, inspection, environmental, and related professional services.
Scope categories include construction materials testing, special inspection, geotechnical and earthwork services, pavement and asphalt testing, hazardous materials and industrial hygiene, environmental site assessment, remediation, cultural resources, and testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB). Services will be utilized for capital improvement, maintenance, repair, and regulatory-compliance projects on an as-needed task order basis. The contract maximum term is three years. Responses are due by December 23, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with questions due by November 17, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Cover Letter/Executive Summary
- Minimum Qualifications/Requirements
- Validity of SOQ
- Certification of Understanding
- Essential Requirements for Qualifications Statement
- Certificate of Insurance
- W-9/W-8 Requirements
- Conflict of Interest
- Statement of Compliance
- Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Financial and Litigation Disclosures
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocgov
- Scope location
- Santa Ana, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Orange
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Orange County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocgov. For questions, contact Diana Bagh.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Orange County in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Diana Bagh at (714) 667-1659. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualification and Related Experience/Technical Expertise (40%), Availability to Perform Services (25%), Key Personnel/Proposed Staffing (17.5%), SOQ Organization/Completeness of Response (15%), Degree..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Orange County?
All active and historical solicitations from Orange County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Orange County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 23, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Letter/Executive Summary, Minimum Qualifications/Requirements, Validity of SOQ, Certification of Understanding, Essential Requirements for Qualifications Statement, Certificate of Insurance, W-9. Review the full document from Orange County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Ana, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.