County of Orange - Purchase of Signal Monitoring Solutions - IFB-060-3160803-SC (2026)
Orange CountyCounty · Santa Ana, CA- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Sara Clifford
- (714) 834-2360
The 30-second brief
The County of Orange Sheriff-Coroner is requesting competitive bids for the purchase of signal monitoring solutions, including fixed-site, transportable, and airborne RF monitoring and geo-location systems, along with technical support, calibration services, and training. The equipment will support continuous monitoring and rapid response to radio-frequency (RF) interference affecting the 800 MHz County Coordinated Communications System (CCCS) and other public safety communications systems across Orange County, California. This grant-funded, one-time procurement requires electronic bid submission via the County's eProcurement Portal by November 19, 2026. A question deadline is set for November 12, 2026.
Fixed-Site RF Monitoring and Geo-Location System, Additional Rack-Mounted RF Receivers (70 MHz–6 GHz), Transportable RF Monitoring System, Airborne RF Monitoring Receiver, Initial On-Site Technical Support and Training, One-Year Technical Support and Calibration Package
Lowest responsive, responsible bid
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Summary
The County of Orange Sheriff-Coroner is requesting competitive bids for the purchase of signal monitoring solutions, including fixed-site, transportable, and airborne RF monitoring and geo-location systems, along with technical support, calibration services, and training.
The equipment will support continuous monitoring and rapid response to radio-frequency (RF) interference affecting the 800 MHz County Coordinated Communications System (CCCS) and other public safety communications systems across Orange County, California. This grant-funded, one-time procurement requires electronic bid submission via the County's eProcurement Portal by November 19, 2026. A question deadline is set for November 12, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive, responsible bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Fixed-Site RF Monitoring and Geo-Location System
- Additional Rack-Mounted RF Receivers (70 MHz–6 GHz)
- Transportable RF Monitoring System
- Airborne RF Monitoring Receiver
- Initial On-Site Technical Support and Training
- One-Year Technical Support and Calibration Package
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Insurance
- W-9 Form
- SAM.gov Confirmation
- California Secretary of State registration
- D-U-N-S Number
- Federal Taxpayer ID Number
- Active Licenses
- Local Business Address(es)
- References
- Conflict of Interest
- Litigation
- Name/Ownership Changes
- OCLSB/DVBE Affirmation
- Statement of Compliance
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- The Levine Act Campaign Contribution Disclosure
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocgov
- Scope location
- Santa Ana, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Orange
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Orange County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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 Sara Clifford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
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 IFB 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 Sara Clifford at (714) 834-2360. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fixed-Site RF Monitoring and Geo-Location System, Additional Rack-Mounted RF Receivers (70 MHz–6 GHz), Transportable RF Monitoring System, Airborne RF Monitoring Receiver, Initial On-Site Technical Support and Training, One-Year Technical Support and Calibration Package. 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 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 IFB?
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: Insurance, W-9 Form, SAM.gov Confirmation, California Secretary of State registration, D-U-N-S Number, Federal Taxpayer ID Number, Active Licenses, Local Business Address(es), References, Conflict of. 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.