County of San Mateo - Virtual Blood Bourne Pathogens Course - RFP 2027-RFP - Informal-00114 (2026)
San Mateo CountyCounty · Redwood City, CA- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Veronica Ruiz
- (650) 363-7819
The 30-second brief
The County of San Mateo Sheriff's Office is seeking qualified vendors to provide a fully online, user-friendly virtual Bloodborne Pathogens training course for employees. The course must address bloodborne pathogen risks, personal protective equipment (PPE), safe handling practices, and exposure response procedures, while meeting applicable federal, state, and local requirements. Vendors must provide online completion assessments, employee completion certificates, tracking and reporting capabilities accessible to department personnel, and technical/customer support. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, at 5:00 pm via the eProcurement portal, with questions due by October 2, 2026. The contract term is two years, evaluated based on project approach, firm qualifications, and price.
Training Course Development, Additional fees (if applicable)
Project Approach (25 points), Firm Qualifications (25 points), Price (25 points), Preferential Points (10 points)
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Summary
The County of San Mateo Sheriff's Office is seeking qualified vendors to provide a fully online, user-friendly virtual Bloodborne Pathogens training course for employees.
The course must address bloodborne pathogen risks, personal protective equipment (PPE), safe handling practices, and exposure response procedures, while meeting applicable federal, state, and local requirements. Vendors must provide online completion assessments, employee completion certificates, tracking and reporting capabilities accessible to department personnel, and technical/customer support. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, at 5:00 pm via the eProcurement portal, with questions due by October 2, 2026. The contract term is two years, evaluated based on project approach, firm qualifications, and price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Training Course Development, Additional fees (if applicable)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Self-attestation form
- Letter of introduction and executive summary
- Statement of minimum qualifications
- Project approach
- Firm qualifications
- References
- Price proposal
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/smcgov
- Scope location
- San Mateo, CA
- Reported agency
- County of San Mateo
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Mateo County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 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/smcgov. For questions, contact Veronica Ruiz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Mateo 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 Veronica Ruiz at (650) 363-7819. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Training Course Development, Additional fees (if applicable). 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: "Project Approach (25 points), Firm Qualifications (25 points), Price (25 points), Preferential Points (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Mateo County?
All active and historical solicitations from San Mateo County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, San Mateo 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Self-attestation form, Letter of introduction and executive summary, Statement of minimum qualifications, Project approach, Firm qualifications, References, Price proposal. Review the full document from San Mateo 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: San Mateo, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.