How to bid on Environmental Consulting Services for LA County Beaches and Harbors

What LA County Beaches and Harbors is buying

The Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors is looking for qualified and experienced vendors to provide environmental consulting services on an as-needed basis. This work involves protecting sensitive biological resources at beaches and in Marina del Rey, and ensuring water quality compliance standards are met for environmental and human health.

This is an opportunity for firms specializing in environmental protection and water quality to establish a master agreement with the County, providing services as needed.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on October 18, 2017, and an addendum was released on November 8, 2017. The notice indicates a deadline of November 22, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time for submitting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs). However, the solicitation is also described as continuous, meaning the County accepts responses on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline. Vendors should clarify the current submission status with the agency if needed.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for environmental consulting firms with expertise in protecting biological resources and ensuring water quality compliance. Firms must have personnel with at least a Bachelor’s degree in their specialty field and a minimum of two years of relevant experience. Specific experience in performing bird nesting surveys and/or working in marine environments is required.

The County may require additional minimum qualifications, so review the full solicitation details carefully.

How to respond

To access the full details and documents for this Request for Qualifications (RFSQ), go to the LA County bid portal. On the bid card, click the solicitation number to find all public information and document downloads. Submit your Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) as directed in the solicitation before the stated deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your Statement of Qualifications, clearly highlight your firm's experience with bird nesting surveys and marine environments, as these are specifically mentioned requirements. Emphasize the qualifications of your team members, particularly their degrees and relevant experience.

Ensure your response directly addresses how your firm can help protect sensitive biological resources and meet water quality compliance standards, aligning with the agency's stated needs. Pay close attention to all instructions for submission to ensure your SOQ is complete and correctly formatted.