How to bid on Fuel Tank Testing, Inspecting, and Maintenance Services for LA County Parks and Recreation

What LA County Parks and Recreation is buying

The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking qualified vendors to provide as-needed fuel tank testing, inspection, certification, repair, upgrade, and maintenance services. This work covers both underground storage tanks (UST) and above-ground storage tanks (AST) at various department facilities. Vendors who secure a Master Agreement will be able to provide these services as required by the department's facilities and programs.

Key dates and deadlines

This is a continuous solicitation, meaning the County accepts responses on a rolling basis. While an original Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) deadline was September 28, 2017, submissions received after this date will be evaluated as needed through the end of the Master Agreement term. There is no fixed final deadline for this opportunity.

A non-mandatory vendors conference was held on September 14, 2017. Attendance was not required but was recommended.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in facilities maintenance, particularly those with expertise in fuel storage tank services. Vendors must have a minimum of five years of experience within the last ten years providing testing, inspecting, certifying, repairing, and maintaining USTs and ASTs, as well as upgrading and responding to government requests. The solicitation is for as-needed services, which can be beneficial for vendors looking for ongoing work without a fixed project scope.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation details and documents, you need to visit the County of Los Angeles bid portal. Locate the bid card for solicitation DPR-FUEL-2017. Click on the solicitation number on that card to view all public details and download necessary documents. Submit your Statement of Qualifications as directed within the solicitation documents. For further information, you can contact Matt Green at [email protected].

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your Statement of Qualifications clearly demonstrates your firm's five years of relevant experience within the last ten years, specifically detailing your work with both underground and above-ground storage tanks. Highlight any experience with government requests or compliance. Provide clear examples of past projects that showcase your capabilities in testing, inspecting, certifying, repairing, and upgrading fuel tanks.

Since this is an as-needed contract, emphasize your capacity to respond promptly and efficiently to service requests. Detail your team's qualifications and any relevant certifications. A well-organized and thorough SOQ that directly addresses all minimum qualifications and requirements outlined in the RFSQ will strengthen your submission.