Los Angeles County Ocean Water Testing As-Needed - RFB-IS-27200285 2026
Los Angeles CountyCounty · Los Angeles, CA- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Alexus Robinson
- (323) 607-1158
The 30-second brief
The County of Los Angeles Internal Services Department is soliciting bids for as-needed ocean water testing services under solicitation RFB-IS-27200285. The scope of work includes laboratory and field testing services, specifically analyzing water samples for enterococcus using IDEXX Enterolert and total coliform and E. coli using SM 9223 B Colilert methods. Testing is required in accordance with AB 411 and Title 17 of the California Code of Regulations to support the Beach Program following sewage spills or when routine monitoring indicates exceedances. Laboratories must be accredited through the Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) and possess a valid clinical or public health laboratory license issued by the California Department of Public Health. Bids are due by November 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM and must be submitted via the Vendor Self Service (VSS) portal.
Line 1 Enterococcus (IDEXX) - Method: IDEXX Enterolert, Turnaround: 1 Day, Quantity: 200 each; Line 2 Total Coliform & E. coli (Colilert MPN) - Method: SM 9223 B Colilert, Quantity: 200 each
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Summary
The County of Los Angeles Internal Services Department is soliciting bids for as-needed ocean water testing services under solicitation RFB-IS-27200285.
The scope of work includes laboratory and field testing services, specifically analyzing water samples for enterococcus using IDEXX Enterolert and total coliform and E. coli using SM 9223 B Colilert methods. Testing is required in accordance with AB 411 and Title 17 of the California Code of Regulations to support the Beach Program following sewage spills or when routine monitoring indicates exceedances. Laboratories must be accredited through the Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) and possess a valid clinical or public health laboratory license issued by the California Department of Public Health. Bids are due by November 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM and must be submitted via the Vendor Self Service (VSS) portal.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Line 1 Enterococcus (IDEXX) - Method: IDEXX Enterolert, Turnaround: 1 Day, Quantity: 200 each; Line 2 Total Coliform & E. coli (Colilert MPN) - Method: SM 9223 B Colilert, Quantity: 200 each
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Exhibit 1 - Declaration
- Exhibit 2 - Proposer's Organization Questionnaire/Affidavit
- Exhibit 3 - Proposer's Certification of Compliance
- Exhibit 4 - Request for Preference Consideration
- Exhibit 5 - Commercially Useful Function Certification Form
- Exhibit 6 - Community Business Enterprise (CBE) Information form (Excel)
- Exhibit 7 - Prevailing Wage
- Submit to
- http://lacovss.lacounty.gov
- Scope location
- Los Angeles, CA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Los Angeles 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: http://lacovss.lacounty.gov. For questions, contact Alexus Robinson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Los Angeles 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 Alexus Robinson at (323) 607-1158. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Line 1 Enterococcus (IDEXX) - Method: IDEXX Enterolert, Turnaround: 1 Day, Quantity: 200 each; Line 2 Total Coliform & E. coli (Colilert MPN) - Method: SM 9223 B Colilert, Quantity: 200 each. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 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: Exhibit 1 - Declaration, Exhibit 2 - Proposer's Organization Questionnaire/Affidavit, Exhibit 3 - Proposer's Certification of Compliance, Exhibit 4 - Request for Preference Consideration, Exhibit 5 -. Review the full document from Los Angeles 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: Los Angeles, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.