Dustless_Graffiti_Blaster.pdf

COUNTY OF ORANGE

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

FOR

DUSTLESS GRAFFITI BLASTER

RFI NO. 012-3021302-CC

Date of Issuance: Thursday, February 19, 2026

Responses Due: Thursday, March 5, 2026

2:00 pm (Pacific Time)

RFI for DUSTLESS GRAFFITI BLASTER

RFI No. 012-3021302-CC

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I. INTRODUCTION

II. INFORMATION REQUESTED

III. RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS

IV. VENDOR RESPONSES

V. ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE

VI. CONTACT INFORMATION

VII. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

VIII. DISCLAIMER

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I. INTRODUCTION

A. INTRODUCTION

OC Community Resources (OCCR) is seeking information (“Response”) from vendors who can supply a Dustless Graffiti Blaster system designed for efficient and environmentally responsible removal of graffiti from a variety of surfaces.

OCCR is looking to gather information on equipment options available in the marketplace to assist with graffiti abatement efforts across parks, facilities, and other public properties. The purpose of the dustless graffiti blasting equipment is to effectively remove graffiti while minimizing dust, debris, environmental impact, and disruption to the public.

Vendors are encouraged to provide detailed information on their dustless graffiti blasting systems, including equipment capabilities, technical specifications, surface compatibility, water usage, mobility, operational requirements, training, maintenance, and implementation considerations.

II. INFORMATION REQUESTED

B. Information Requested

Information Requested

This Request for Information (RFI) is a research document intended to gather information from vendors capable of providing an operationally proven Dustless Graffiti Blaster System for use by

OC Community Resources (OCCR) for graffiti abatement across parks, facilities, and other public properties.

The System must be a turnkey solution that includes all necessary blasting equipment, air compressor, water storage and pump system, trailer, accessories, reporting/documentation capabilities (if applicable). Vendors capable of delivering a complete, integrated System are encouraged to upload a response to this RFI and provide detailed information about their products and services as outlined below.

Description of System Functionality

Respondents must provide detailed information about the overall configuration and operation of the proposed Dustless Graffiti Blaster System. This information should demonstrate how the

System’s design supports OCCR’s mission to efficiently remove graffiti while minimizing dust, environmental impact, and disruption to the public.

The System should include, at minimum, the following capabilities (or equivalent):

Blasting System Requirements

• Blast pot capacity of approximately 2 cubic feet

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• Ability to hold approximately 100 lbs of abrasive media per fill ( when wet blasting)

• Approximately 10 gallons of water capacity per fill (when wet blasting)

• Minimum 30-minute blast time per fill

• Operating pressure range of approximately 30–150 PSI

• Compliance with ASME / PED / CE standards (or equivalent safety certifications)

• Lifetime warranty on blast pot (or equivalent warranty coverage)

Air Compressor Requirements

• Minimum 110 CFM air delivery

• Working pressure of approximately 100 PSI

• Diesel-powered engine (approximately 24 HP, Kubota or equivalent)

• Approximately 6.5-gallon fuel tank

• Maximum sound level near 74 dBA

• Two air outlets (minimum ¾” FNPT or equivalent)

• Two-year warranty on compressor engine and air end (or equivalent)

Water Storage and Pump System

• Integrated water storage tank (minimum approximately 35 gallons)

• Water pump capable of approximately 48 GPM

• Air drying and cooling system to ensure clean, dry air for blasting operations

• Capability to perform wet blasting, dry blasting, and soda blasting

Trailer and Mobility

• Purpose-built heavy-duty trailer

• Approximate deck dimensions of 12’ L x 2’ W

• Total trailer length approximately 13.5’

• Single 3,500 lb torsion axle

• DOT-compliant LED lighting

• 8-ply tires

• Estimated fully loaded weight approximately 2,200–2,300 lbs

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• Skid-mounted or axle-mounted configuration options, if available

Included Accessories

• Minimum 100 ft blast hose

• Electric deadman control

• Tungsten carbide nozzle (or equivalent)

• Fill funnel with screen

• Air dryer compatible with multiple blasting methods

Respondents should also describe:

• Surface compatibility (concrete, block, metal, wood, masonry, etc.)

• Abrasive media options

• Environmental controls and dust suppression performance

• Water usage efficiency

• Set-up and tear-down time

• Crew size requirements

• Safety features and automatic shutdown controls

• Noise considerations for use in public park settings

Description of Technical Architecture

Respondents must provide information about the overall System configuration, including but not limited to:

• Equipment layout and integration between blast pot, compressor, and water system

• Fuel requirements and estimated run time

• Electrical requirements (if any)

• Installation and commissioning process

• Preventative maintenance schedule

• Storage requirements

• Environmental compliance considerations

Description of Product Support and Maintenance

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Respondents are asked to provide information on the following:

• On-line documentation and/or help

• Onsite and offsite training options

• Help desk operations including staffing and hours of availability

• Frequency of recommended maintenance and parts replacement

• Warranty coverage (blast pot, compressor engine, air end, pump system, trailer)

• Equipment replacement protocol to ensure minimal downtime

• Availability of replacement parts and consumables

Corporate Information and References

Respondents are requested to provide the following information:

• Corporate/company name and headquarters address

• Number of years in business

• One to two public agency or municipal references currently using the proposed dustless blasting system (include contact person, address, and telephone/email)

• Size of customer base (number of agencies and approximate number of systems deployed)

• Description of experience supplying and supporting municipal graffiti abatement programs

Description of Cost Model

Respondents are asked to provide cost estimates for the proposed Dustless Graffiti Blaster System.

Any cost estimate provided for the purpose of this RFI is considered for research purposes only and is non-binding to either Respondent or the County of Orange.

Specific Department operational details cannot be made available at this time. Costs should be estimated in general terms and include, at minimum:

• Equipment purchase (blast pot, compressor, trailer, pump system)

• Included accessories

• Installation and commissioning

• Training if any

• Warranty options or extended service plans

• Replacement parts and consumables

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• All shipping to customer costs (Fountain Valley, CA)

• Any additional miscellaneous costs

The response must include all estimated costs broken out by category.

III. RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS

OC Community Resources is requesting one (1) electronic copy uploaded on the County’s Online Bidding

System to be submitted no later than Thursday, March 5, 2026 by 2:00 pm (PT). Fax responses will not be allowed.

IV. VENDOR RESPONSES

C. Company Information

Please provide your company name and headquarters mailing address*

*Response required

Please provide your company website URL, if applicable*

*Response required

Please provide your companies DUNS Number*

*Response required

Please provide primary contact name(s), telephone number(s), and email address(es)*

*Response required

Please provide how long your organization has provided the services outline in the Scope of Services.*

*Response required

Please describe the current programs your organization administers including identifying the jurisdiction where services are provided*

*Response required

Upload Response to the Information Requested section*

*Response required

V. ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE

NOTICE: These dates represent a tentative RFI timeline. The County reserves the right to modify these dates at any time.

Release Project Date: February 19, 2026

Question Submission Deadline: February 26, 2026, 2:00pm https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ocgov

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RFI Submittal Closing Date and Time: March 5, 2026, 2:00pm

VI. CONTACT INFORMATION

All questions about this RFI are to be submitted via County’s Online Bidding System no later than by 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 26, 2026. For OpenGov assistance only, please contact OpenGov Support at procurement-support@opengov.com or via the live chat option on the site.

VII. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

A. The County shall not be liable for any expenses incurred by Respondent in the preparation and submission of information in response to this RFI. These expenses include, but not limited to: a)

Preparing response to this RFI; b) Submitting the response to the County; c) Discussions with the

County regarding any matter related to the RFI; and d) any other expenses incurred by the

Respondents prior to the date of any potential contract award and execution, if any.

B. Responses received by the County may be public record and subject to public disclosure in accordance with the California Public Records Act. Responses are not to be marked as confidential or proprietary. Unless otherwise prohibited by law, all responses shall become the property of the County and the County reserves the right to make use of any information or ideas in the responses submitted.

C. Respondent acknowledges and agree that the County is not obligated to include Respondent in any future solicitation process or enter into any contracts because Respondent has submitted a response to this RFI.

D. Respondent agrees that it will not issue any news releases in connection with either the RFI or any subsequent amendment of or effort under this RFI without first obtaining review and written approval of said news releases from the County through the County’s point of contact, Carlos

Corona, Deputy Procurement Agent (“DPA”): carlos.corona@occr.ocgov.com

E. Respondents will be evaluated based on the responses to the questions in Section: Questionnaire.

F. DUNS Number

The DUNS number is a unique 9-digit identifier issued and maintained by Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) that verifies the existence of a business entity. The DUNS number is needed to coordinate with the

System for Award Management (SAM) that combines federal procurement systems and the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance into one new system. https://www.SAM.gov

The DUNS number must be provided to County as part of this RFI. Respondent shall ensure all mailto:procurement-support@opengov.com https://www.sam.gov/

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DUNS information is up to date and the DUNS number status is “active,” and in good standings prior to execution of any Contract resulting from this RFI.

If County cannot access the Respondent’s DUNS information related to this federal sub award on the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Sub award Reporting System

(SAM.GOV) due to errors in the Respondent’s data entry for its DUNS number, the Respondent must immediately update the information as required.

VIII. DISCLAIMER

Responses to this RFI may result in a contract with the County. All information received in response to this

RFI will not be returned. Respondents are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI, as noted above.