Description
The County of Los Angeles is soliciting bids for “Ocean Water Testing – As‑Needed” services. The award will provide laboratory and field testing of ocean water on an as‑required basis, covering microbiological analyses such as Enterococcus (IDEXX Enterolert) and Total Coliform/E. coli (Colilert). The work is to be performed for the Internal Services Department and delivered to the Santa Fe Springs warehouse. Bidders must submit a complete electronic bid via the County’s Vendor Self Service portal, include all required forms (Appendix A), and comply with California tax, insurance, and prevailing‑wage requirements. The contract is commodity‑type, with no set dollar ceiling listed, and will be awarded to the most responsive and responsible vendor.
• Scope: Laboratory & field testing of ocean water (microbiological assays) on an as‑needed basis.
• Quantity: Up to 200 tests each for Enterococcus and Total Coliform/E. coli (per price sheet).
• Delivery: Ship results to Santa Fe Springs warehouse, CA 90670.
• Submission: Electronic only via VSS portal; deadline 11 May 2026 12:00 PM.
• Required documentation: Complete bid package, Appendix A forms, certifications, insurance certificates.
• Evaluation: Responsiveness, responsibility, compliance with local preference (LA/CA‑made products).
• Contract terms: Net‑30 payment, warranty of 90 days, optional prompt‑payment for LSBE vendors.