San Diego County Sheriff's Office Conveyor Dishwashing Machine Rental Services - RFQ 13351 (2026)
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- Reported Agency
- County of San Diego
- Primary Contact
- Jack Leedham · (858) 723-1031
- Contract Term
- 0.67 years
- Duration
- 56 months
- Scope Location
- San Diego, CA
- Submission Address
- https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/
SUMMARY
The County of San Diego Sheriff's Office is seeking quotes from qualified firms to provide conveyor dishwashing machine rental services for an initial term of eight months with four one-year option periods, under RFQ 13351. The work involves the rental, assembly, maintenance, repair, and eventual removal of two (2) conveyor dishwashing machines (such as CMA Dish Machines EST-44, Ecolab ES-4000, Ecolab EC44, Stero SCT-44, or equivalent) deployed at two separate detention facilities: the East Mesa Re-Entry Detention Facility and the South Bay Detention Facility. Specifications require single-tank 20" rack conveyor ware washers approximately 44" in length with power wash, flexible strip curtains, single large or dual inspection doors, 304/18-8 mill finish stainless steel construction, 2 HP 1750 RPM motor and pump distributing 300 GPM, automatic fill, start, and shutdown, and 4-hour response time for service requests. Submission deadline is September 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Questions are due by September 9, 2026. The contract includes background check requirements (BK-01 Records Check Form) for contractor personnel.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Technical merit, experience, capacity, history of compliance, availability, price, sustainability, cultural competency
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Conveyor Dishwashing Machine Rental, Equipment Assembly, Equipment Removal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Offeror's Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications form (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620)
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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 September 23, 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://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/. For questions, contact Jack Leedham.
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?
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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 0.67 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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). 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 Jack Leedham at (858) 723-1031. 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Conveyor Dishwashing Machine Rental, Equipment Assembly, Equipment Removal. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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