Real Estate, Economic and Negotiation Advisory Services

The County of Orange, California, through its County Executive Office - Procurement Services, is soliciting competitive bids for Real Estate, Economic and Negotiation Advisory Services (IFB # 017-2937101-RE) covering Orange County and San Diego City jurisdictions. The procurement seeks a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive on-demand real estate advisory services, including market research, property disposition strategies, economic feasibility analyses, developer evaluations, financial assessments, fiscal and economic impact analyses, and negotiation support. Required services encompass detailed project scopes, deliverables, schedules, and cost analyses across various professional levels from administrative staff to senior principals. The solicitation is fully electronic, with bids due by October 17, 2025, at 2:00 pm, and all questions or requests for interpretation must be submitted by October 3, 2025, before 2:00 pm. Evaluation criteria will include bid responsiveness, vendor qualifications, and competitive pricing, with the County reserving the right to make multiple awards or reject any submissions.

The County offers preferences for Local Small Businesses (OCLSB) and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), providing a 5% bid price reduction for evaluation purposes, which can increase to 8% for businesses certified in both categories. The contract term is 365 days from the solicitation closing date, with potential for renewal or extension. Hourly rates are established for multiple professional levels, and the contract includes a 2% administrative rebate for contracts with entities outside Orange County. Pricing must be competitive and equal to or less than rates offered to other government entities. The contract allows for usage by County departments and potentially other government entities through a cooperative program, with a cap of $25,000 per invoice for miscellaneous items. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the County comprises 22 departments with over 18,000 employees, suggesting a substantial potential service volume and opportunity for qualified vendors.