Virtual Blood Bourne Pathogens Course

The County of San Mateo is requesting proposals for a virtual Bloodborne Pathogens training course under RFP 2027-RFP-Informal-00114, with proposals due October 9, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. and questions due October 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. A procurement preference for local businesses applies: five percent preferential scoring for Local Businesses or Local Non-Profits, with an additional three percent for Small Businesses or Small Non-Profits (eight percent total) or an additional five percent for Micro Businesses or Micro Non-Profits (ten percent total).

The County seeks a fully online, user-friendly training solution providing employees with knowledge to recognize and prevent occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens and respond appropriately to exposure incidents. The course scope includes current content addressing bloodborne pathogen risks, prevention, personal protective equipment, safe handling practices, and exposure response procedures that meet applicable federal, state, and local requirements. Required deliverables are an online assessment verifying successful completion, certificates or documentation of completion for each employee, completion tracking and reporting accessible to designated department personnel, and technical and customer support for employees and administrators.

Proposers must demonstrate a minimum of two years of experience providing similar services within the last five years and certify they are not debarred from federal or state business. The contract term is two years. Evaluation criteria are weighted as follows: Project Approach (25 points, 29.4 percent), Firm Qualifications (25 points, 29.4 percent), Price (25 points, 29.4 percent), and Preferential Points (10 points, 11.8 percent). Pricing shall be submitted on a line-item basis for Training Course Development and any additional fees. Award will be made to the responsive, responsible proposer offering overall best value to the County. Proposals must be submitted via the eProcurement system.