San Diego County - Outfitting of Fifty (50) Various Vehicles with Code 3 Lighting - RFQ 13389 (2026)
San Diego County, San Diego County, CA·County
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- Primary Contact
- Christopher Almazan · (858) 453-8779
- Scope Location
- San Diego, CA
- Submission Address
- https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/
SUMMARY
The County of San Diego Department of General Services is seeking quotes from qualified firms to provide, fabricate, and install Code 3 lighting and associated emergency response equipment for a combination of fifty (50) vehicles, including sedans, trucks, SUVs, and minivans (model years 2025-2028). The scope entails outfitting vehicles for low-profile law enforcement conditions with items such as SoundOff Signal handheld light/siren controllers, 100-watt speakers, interior LED lightbars, grill-mounted LED strobes, and rear window LED strobes, along with necessary wiring and mounting hardware. The quotation deadline is October 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., with questions due by September 29, 2026. Pricing must include shipping, and contract execution requires compliance with insurance requirements including garage and workers' compensation coverage.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Technical merit, experience, capacity, history of compliance, availability, price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Offeror’s Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications form (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620), Payment Schedule, Acceptance of Terms and Conditions
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
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 October 6, 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 Christopher Almazan.
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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Diego County?
All active and historical solicitations from San Diego County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, San Diego County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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.
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 Christopher Almazan at (858) 453-8779. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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.
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