County of Orange Community Outreach, Education and Engagement RFP No. RFP-299-3063201-AR (2026)
Orange CountyCounty · Santa Ana, CA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Abraham Aragon
- (714) 834-4140
The 30-second brief
County of Orange, OC Waste & Recycling seeks qualified firms for a comprehensive Multi-Family Education, Compliance, and Enforcement plan, including field-based ("boots-on-the-ground") outreach, education, compliance assistance, monitoring, and enforcement to implement and enforce California Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383) requirements for multi-family residential properties. In addition to plan development, the vendor will be responsible for plan implementation, evaluation of waste, recycling, and organics collection systems, contamination assessments, and tracking Notices of Violation (NOV). Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with a question deadline of November 24, 2026. The contract term is 1 year with options to renew.
Firm’s Background, Qualifications & Experience (35%), Key Personnel/Proposed Staffing (30%), Quality/Effectiveness of Work Plan/Project Approach (25%), Organization/Completeness of Response (5%), Compliance with the County Model Contract (5%), Presentation/Interview Scoring (400 points max), Cost Proposal (100 points max), Preference Policy Applicable to Cost Proposal
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Summary
County of Orange, OC Waste & Recycling seeks qualified firms for a comprehensive Multi-Family Education, Compliance, and Enforcement plan, including field-based ("boots-on-the-ground") outreach, education, compliance assistance, monitoring, and enforcement to implement and enforce California Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383) requirements for multi-family residential properties.
In addition to plan development, the vendor will be responsible for plan implementation, evaluation of waste, recycling, and organics collection systems, contamination assessments, and tracking Notices of Violation (NOV). Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with a question deadline of November 24, 2026. The contract term is 1 year with options to renew.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Key Personnel Plan
- Subcontractors
- W-9 or W-8 Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocgov
- Scope location
- Santa Ana, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Orange
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Orange County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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 Abraham Aragon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 RFP 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 Abraham Aragon at (714) 834-4140. 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: "Firm’s Background, Qualifications & Experience (35%), Key Personnel/Proposed Staffing (30%), Quality/Effectiveness of Work Plan/Project Approach (25%), Organization/Completeness of Response (5%), Comp..." 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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 RFP?
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: Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form, Non-Collusion Declaration, Certification Regarding Debarment, Key Personnel Plan, Subcontractors, W-9 or W-8 Form. 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.