The County of Orange, through OC Community Resources and OC Parks, requests competitive bids from qualified vendors for sand, gravel, aggregate base, and decomposed granite materials. The County intends to establish an annual contract for delivery of these materials to Orange County Parks. This is an invitation for bids for a materials purchase, not a grant program.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $75,000 for services or $250,000 for commodities, use sole source.
Coops:County frequently procures through OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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County of Orange, CA allows sole source when the offering is genuinely proprietary or a necessary continuation of an existing service. Work with the end-user department to build the case and prepare the sole source justification form for Purchasing. Be prepared for Board of Supervisors approval for contracts exceeding $75,000 for services or $250,000 for commodities. Position your product as uniquely capable (e.g., mirroring the Clinisys LIMS justification) based on technology/IP and lack of viable alternatives.
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County of Orange, CA actively uses cooperative purchasing and mandates use of Regional Cooperative Agreements (RCAs) to streamline buys.
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County of Orange Contracts
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TransCore, LP at County of Orange
Effective: Sep 1, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract between the County of Orange (John Wayne Airport) and TransCore, LP, with contract ID MA-280-26011292, is for the provision of Hardware and Software Maintenance Services for the Airport's Automated Vehicle Identification (AVI) System. The services are to be provided for a five-year term, commencing September 1, 2026, and concluding August 31, 2031. The agreement specifies a firm-fixed fee payment structure with annual rates, totaling a maximum of $494,390.00. The contract also integrates comprehensive County Information Technology Security Guidelines and details key personnel and subcontractor information.
Carahsoft Technology Corporation at County of Orange
Effective: Jun 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Subordinate Contract (MA-017-23011570) between the County of Orange/County Executive Office and Carahsoft Technology Corporation is for the provision of an OpenGov - County Online Bidding System. The contract is effective from June 1, 2023, to May 31, 2028, with a total compensation not to exceed $1,580,222.28. It includes a detailed scope of work, annual pricing schedules, and incorporates a NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement.
Carahsoft Technology Corporation at County of Orange
Effective: Jul 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is Amendment Number One to Contract MA-017-23011570, between the County of Orange and Carahsoft Technology Corporation, for the OpenGov - County Online Bidding System. The amendment adds Professional Services Deployment based on Price Quote 54926150 and increases the contract's total 'not to exceed' amount from $1,580,222.28 to $1,583,016.50. The original contract's effective dates are July 1, 2023, through May 31, 2028.
Unknown Seller at County of Orange
Effective: Mar 19, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract establishes the general terms and conditions between a Contractor and the County of Orange, effective March 19, 2025, for one year, as specified in Purchase Order PO-280-25011014. It covers essential legal and operational aspects including compliance with California law, non-discrimination requirements, indemnity, insurance, and payment terms, such as net 30 days after satisfactory acceptance of goods or services. The document emphasizes adherence to an expenditure limit and outlines detailed invoicing instructions, including requirements for product descriptions, quantities, and prices on all invoices.
South County Landscapes, Inc. at County of Orange
Effective: Sep 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a Subordinate Contract (MA-280-25011321) for Landscape Maintenance Services at John Wayne Airport, effective September 1, 2025, to October 31, 2028, with a total not-to-exceed amount of $2,337,348.00. This subordinate agreement operates under a Master Contract (RCA-017-24010008) for broader landscape services across County locations, which commenced on November 1, 2023, for a five-year term. The subordinate contract specifies the scope of work, payment structure, and various operational, safety, and compliance requirements for the services provided by South County Landscapes, Inc. to the County of Orange, John Wayne Airport.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from County of Orange
Board Of Supervisors Of Orange County Regular Meeting
Date: Mar 20, 2012Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Supervisors discussed and approved several items, including an agreement for jail kiosk services, amendments to information technology service agreements, and funding for residential services for parolees. The Board authorized the issuance of bonds for a juvenile justice center, approved construction-related agreements for storm channel improvements and park water lines, and accepted donations for library improvements. Appointments were made to various oversight boards of successor agencies, and legislative positions were adopted. Legal matters, including settlement discussions, were handled during a closed session.
Orange County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting
Date: Dec 17, 2024Type: Meeting mention
The Board addressed a variety of administrative and operational items, including approving various contracts for forensic pathology services, firearm training ranges, lead remediation, and elevator maintenance. The Board also discussed the continuation of local health emergencies related to recent wildfires, housing authority reports, and amendments to conflict of interest codes. Additionally, the meeting included public hearings on planning applications and ordinances, as well as an executive session regarding labor negotiations. Several items were continued to a future meeting date.
Key Contacts
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Minh LuongAdministrative Manager I, Custodian of Records for The Orange County Health Care Agency
Orange County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting
Date: Mar 9, 2021Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Supervisors meeting covered a wide range of administrative and community-focused topics. Key actions included the appointment of members to various advisory boards, approval of contract amendments for janitorial, landscaping, and construction management services, and the establishment of a consolidated Behavioral Health Advisory Board. The Board addressed the ongoing COVID-19 local emergency, approving its continuance. Additionally, the meeting included a public hearing on amendments to the Consolidated and Annual Action Plans for federal CARES Act funding. Settlements for litigation involving the County were approved during a closed session, and resolutions supporting broadband access and disaster debris management were considered.
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