County of Orange - Purchase of Police Service Dogs - IFB # 060-3145004-CC (2026)
Orange CountyCounty · Santa Ana, CA- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Courtland Carey
- (714) 832-4312
The 30-second brief
The County of Orange Sheriff-Coroner Department is seeking competitive bids for the purchase of police service dogs on an as-needed basis under IFB # 060-3145004-CC. The scope requires qualified vendors to provide dog breeds including German Shepherd, Czech Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd, Belgian Malinois, Labrador Retriever, Bloodhound, or other recognized working or sporting dogs trained with basic obedience and search commands. Canines must be between 16 and 36 months of age, with verifiable pedigree and medical records, and capable of patrol, apprehension, narcotics detection, explosives detection, cadaver detection, or tracking. The contract term is three years with a submission deadline of November 5, 2026. Electronic submissions are required through the County eProcurement Portal, and vendors must maintain a location within a 100-mile radius of Orange County, California.
Police Service Dog. Patrol (Apprehension)/Dual-Purpose (Detection: Narcotics or Explosives), Police Service Dog, Narcotics Detection / Single-Purpose, Police Service Dog, Explosives Detection / Single Purpose, Police Service Dog, Cadaver Detection / Single-Purpose, Police Service Dog, Tracking / Single Purpose
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Summary
The County of Orange Sheriff-Coroner Department is seeking competitive bids for the purchase of police service dogs on an as-needed basis under IFB # 060-3145004-CC. The scope requires qualified vendors to provide dog breeds including German Shepherd, Czech Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd, Belgian Malinois, Labrador Retriever, Bloodhound, or other recognized working or sporting dogs trained with basic obedience and search commands.
Canines must be between 16 and 36 months of age, with verifiable pedigree and medical records, and capable of patrol, apprehension, narcotics detection, explosives detection, cadaver detection, or tracking. The contract term is three years with a submission deadline of November 5, 2026. Electronic submissions are required through the County eProcurement Portal, and vendors must maintain a location within a 100-mile radius of Orange County, California.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive, responsible bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Police Service Dog. Patrol (Apprehension)/Dual-Purpose (Detection: Narcotics or Explosives), Police Service Dog, Narcotics Detection / Single-Purpose, Police Service Dog, Explosives Detection / Single Purpose, Police Service Dog, Cadaver Detection / Single-Purpose, Police Service Dog, Tracking / Single Purpose
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificate(s) of Insurance, W-9 Form, Local Small Business (OCLSB) and/or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) Affirmation, Certification Regarding Debarment, Non-Collusion Declaration, County of Orange Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocgov
- Scope location
- Santa Ana, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Orange
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Orange County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. 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 Courtland Carey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 Bid 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 Courtland Carey at (714) 832-4312. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Police Service Dog. Patrol (Apprehension)/Dual-Purpose (Detection: Narcotics or Explosives), Police Service Dog, Narcotics Detection / Single-Purpose, Police Service Dog, Explosives Detection / Single Purpose, Police Service Dog, Cadaver Detection / Single-Purpose, Police Service Dog, Tracking / Sin. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Lowest responsive, responsible bid" 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 November 5, 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 Bid?
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: Certificate(s) of Insurance, W-9 Form, Local Small Business (OCLSB) and/or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) Affirmation, Certification Regarding Debarment, Non-Collusion Declaration, County. 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.