Specialty Laboratory Analysis Services

The County of Orange, California, through its County Executive Office - Procurement Services Division, is soliciting competitive bids for Specialty Laboratory Analysis Services across Orange County and San Diego City jurisdictions. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive laboratory testing services, including organic and solvent chemical analysis, inorganic chemical analysis, environmental and air quality testing, microbiology, and specialized analytical services. Contractors must maintain current accreditations from the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA), with specific certifications in areas such as asbestos/fiber microscopy, beryllium testing, chromatography, and spectrometry. The successful vendor will be responsible for collecting and analyzing chemical agent samples, providing detailed reports within five business days, and offering technical guidance on sampling protocols. Key requirements include a minimum of ten years of business experience in laboratory analysis testing, adherence to industry standards established by AIHA, APHA, EPA, and other regulatory bodies, and the ability to perform analyses across multiple service levels (5-day, 3-day, and 24-hour turnaround). Electronic bids must be submitted through the County's eProcurement Portal by February 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with all questions to be received by January 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

The solicitation includes provisions for local small businesses and disabled veteran-owned enterprises, offering a five percent preference deduction for Orange County Local Small Businesses (OCLSB) and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), with an potential eight percent reduction for businesses certified in both categories. Bidders must provide proof of DUNS and UEI numbers, current business licenses, California Secretary of State registration, and insurance certificates. The contract will utilize a pricing structure based on the contractor's catalog and fee schedule, with potential annual updates, and will include a performance bond and labor and material payment bond. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement allows for multiple awards and will select the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The bid remains valid for 365 days following the closing date, and the County reserves the right to make partial awards on a line-item basis. Contractors must guarantee that their quoted prices are equal to or less than prices offered to other local, state, or federal government entities for comparable services, with no price increases permitted without authorization.