Rental and/or purchase of walk-through and hand-held metal detectors

The County of Orange, through its County Executive Office - Chief Procurement Office (CPO), is seeking competitive bids for the rental and/or purchase of walk-through and hand-held metal detectors across multiple jurisdictions, including Orange County and San Diego City. The procurement aims to equip the county's 22 departments and over 18,000 employees with commercial-grade metal detection equipment, including multi-zone and single-zone walk-through detectors and hand-held metal detectors. Required deliverables include the physical equipment, along with associated services such as delivery, installation, training, maintenance, and optional security guard services. The solicitation (IFB # 017-2923301-RE) is fully electronic, with bids to be submitted through the County's online bidding system by September 30, 2025, at 2:00 pm. All questions or requests for interpretations must be received by September 9, 2025, before 2:00 pm. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness, compliance, and the ability to meet specified requirements for metal detection equipment and related services. Bids will remain valid for 365 days after the closing date.

The County offers preferential treatment for Local Small Businesses (OCLSB) and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), with potential bid price reductions of up to 5% for certified businesses and up to 8% for businesses certified in both categories. The contract is structured as a usage contract with flexible service delivery, allowing for project-specific quotes and miscellaneous items with a $25,000 per invoice limit for non-listed items. Payment terms are set at net 30 days, with options for electronic funds transfer (EFT). The contract will run for five calendar years, covering potential deployment at over 100 locations/facilities throughout Orange County. Pricing is comprehensive, including options for daily, weekly, and monthly equipment rentals, initial and additional staff training, technical support, and optional security guard services. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract's broad scope and potential for widespread use across multiple county departments suggest a significant potential award value.