San Diego County - Courier Services for Epidemiology and Immunization Services Branch - RFQ 13422 (2026)
San Diego CountyCounty · San Diego, CA- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 0.5 years
- Primary contact
- Katrina McDonald
- (619) 366-2984
The 30-second brief
The County of San Diego Department of Purchasing and Contracting is seeking quotes for as-needed courier services for the Department of Epidemiology and Immunization Services Branch, Public Health Laboratory, Pharmacy Services, and other County facilities. The work involves secure, temperature-controlled transportation of laboratory biological specimens (Category A and Category B), pharmaceuticals, vaccines, testing kits, wastewater samples, insects, and deceased animals across San Diego County. Services include 24/7/365 availability, STAT transports within 3 hours, routine transports within 5 hours, real-time electronic tracking, photographic proof of delivery, and cold-chain compliance (2°C to 8°C). The anticipated initial contract term is six months (January 1, 2027 – June 30, 2027) with four one-year option periods through June 30, 2031. Submission deadline is November 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Questions are due by November 2, 2026.
Technical merit, experience, capacity, history of compliance, availability, price, sustainability, cultural competency
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Summary
The County of San Diego Department of Purchasing and Contracting is seeking quotes for as-needed courier services for the Department of Epidemiology and Immunization Services Branch, Public Health Laboratory, Pharmacy Services, and other County facilities.
The work involves secure, temperature-controlled transportation of laboratory biological specimens (Category A and Category B), pharmaceuticals, vaccines, testing kits, wastewater samples, insects, and deceased animals across San Diego County. Services include 24/7/365 availability, STAT transports within 3 hours, routine transports within 5 hours, real-time electronic tracking, photographic proof of delivery, and cold-chain compliance (2°C to 8°C). The anticipated initial contract term is six months (January 1, 2027 – June 30, 2027) with four one-year option periods through June 30, 2031. Submission deadline is November 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Questions are due by November 2, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Technical merit
- Experience
- Capacity
- History of compliance
- Availability
- Price
- Sustainability
- Cultural competency
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Offeror's Cover Page (PC600)
- Representations and Certifications form (PC601)
- Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610)
- Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620)
- Payment Schedule
- Draft Agreement acceptance
- Insurance Requirements acceptance
- Submit to
- https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- San Diego, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from San Diego County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov. For questions, contact Katrina McDonald.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including San Diego 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 RFQ 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 Katrina McDonald at (619) 366-2984. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Technical merit, experience, capacity, history of compliance, availability, price, sustainability, cultural competency" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Diego County?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 0.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 23, 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 RFQ?
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: Offeror's Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications form (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620), Payment Schedule,. Review the full document from San Diego 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 Diego, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.