County of Orange Sheriff-Coroner - Calibration of Scales and Balances - IFB # 060-3104704-NB (2026)
Orange CountyCounty · Santa Ana, CA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Nabila Bolisay
- (714) 834-4327
The 30-second brief
The County of Orange Sheriff-Coroner is requesting competitive bids for the maintenance and calibration of laboratory scales, balances, weight sets, breath alcohol thermometers, and related repair services. These calibration services are required to maintain compliance with ANAB accreditation standards, ISO/IEC 17025:2017, and NIST traceability standards for the Crime Lab. The solicitation requires electronic bid submission via the County's eProcurement Portal by December 1, 2026, with questions due by November 20, 2026. The contract term is three years with firm fixed pricing and includes local small business (OCLSB) and disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) preferences.
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Summary
The County of Orange Sheriff-Coroner is requesting competitive bids for the maintenance and calibration of laboratory scales, balances, weight sets, breath alcohol thermometers, and related repair services.
These calibration services are required to maintain compliance with ANAB accreditation standards, ISO/IEC 17025:2017, and NIST traceability standards for the Crime Lab. The solicitation requires electronic bid submission via the County's eProcurement Portal by December 1, 2026, with questions due by November 20, 2026. The contract term is three years with firm fixed pricing and includes local small business (OCLSB) and disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) preferences.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive, responsible bid
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Certificate of Insurance
- W-9 Form
- Affirmation form
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
REQUIRED STAFFING
Repair Rate
- 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 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 Nabila Bolisay.
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 Nabila Bolisay at (714) 834-4327. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Repair Rate. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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 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 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 of Insurance, W-9 Form, Affirmation form, Non-Collusion Declaration, Certification Regarding Debarment, Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. 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.