Industrial Hardware

The County of Orange, OC Public Works is requesting competitive bids for industrial hardware supplies under IFB #IFB 080-3042001-GD, with bids due July 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM. A 5% local-vendor preference applies to certified Orange County Local Small Business (OCLSB) and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) bidders, with an 8% preference for businesses certified as both. Bids must be submitted exclusively through the County's electronic eProcurement Portal; no alternative submission methods are accepted.

The scope encompasses 79 line items of industrial hardware, electrical components, fasteners, fittings, and maintenance supplies—including automotive electrical components, Grade 8 U.S.-manufactured bolts, cable ties, connectors, plumbing and HVAC hardware, and air brake fittings—with quantities ranging from 2 to 2,550 units per item. The awarded contractor must accept orders via phone, email, fax, and internet; deliver within one to two business days to four OC Public Works locations (Fleet Services facilities in Orange and Santa Ana, Facilities Operations, and Warehouse 007); fulfill emergency orders within 24 hours at no additional cost (provided such orders do not exceed 10% of annual volume); and provide technical assistance including parts identification, cross-reference support, and troubleshooting within two business hours. Performance standards require 95% on-time delivery for standard orders, 90% fulfillment of emergency orders, 98% order accuracy, and 90% stock availability of high-usage items. No minimum order quantities apply, and inside delivery is mandatory.

The contract term is five calendar years effective August 6, 2026. Pricing is firm fixed-price per line item with no price increases permitted during the first year; subsequent increases require 180-day advance written notice and all price decreases automatically extend to the County. The contractor must maintain commercial general liability insurance ($1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate), automobile liability ($1 million combined single limit), and workers' compensation at statutory levels. Bids are valid for 365 days. Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder; the County reserves the right to make multiple awards or reject any or all bids.