How to bid on Public Sector Strategy Consulting Services for LA County Board of Supervisors

What the agency is buying

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is seeking consulting services to support its Governance Reform Task Force. This task force is working to modernize and reform the County’s governance structure. The services are needed on an as-needed basis.

This opportunity is for qualified contractors under a Consulting and Professional Services Master Agreement (CAPSMA). Vendors must respond to both a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to become a CAPSMA contractor and this specific Request for Services (RFS).

Key dates and deadlines

This is a continuous solicitation, meaning the County accepts responses on a rolling basis. There is no fixed deadline for submission. The solicitation was published on October 14, 2025.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for professional consulting firms specializing in public sector strategy, governance reform, and organizational modernization. Firms should be prepared to provide expert advice and support to a government task force.

Only vendors who become qualified CAPSMA contractors will be eligible to receive work orders under this solicitation. Therefore, firms must be prepared to meet the qualification requirements for a CAPSMA.

How to respond

To access the full details and documents, click “View original source” to land on the bid’s card on the LA County portal. Then, click the solicitation number on that card. All documents are publicly available.

You must submit responses for both the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and this Request for Services (RFS). For the RFQ, you will need to submit Exhibit 1: Vendor’s Organization Questionnaire/Affidavit, Exhibit 2: Certification of Compliance, Exhibit 3: Debarment History and List of Terminated Contracts, Exhibit 4: Community Business Enterprise (CBE) Information, Exhibit 5: List of References, Exhibit 6: Contribution and Agent Declaration Form, Exhibit 7: Supplemental Financial Information (if applicable), Exhibit 8: Declaration, Financial Statements, and a Certificate of Insurance. For the RFS, you will need to submit RFS, Attachment 3 - Response Cover Sheet, RFS, Attachment 4 - Response to Requested Information, RFS, Attachment 5 - References, and RFS, Attachment 6 - Staffing and Pricing Schedule. Submit your response as directed in the solicitation documents. For questions, contact Susanna Ponciano at [email protected].

Tips for a competitive response

Since this is a continuous solicitation, ensure your submission is thorough and complete from the outset. Pay close attention to all required forms and attachments for both the RFQ and RFS. Missing documents can delay or disqualify your application.

Clearly demonstrate your firm's experience and expertise in public sector governance reform and strategy consulting. Provide strong references that can attest to your past performance in similar projects. Detail your proposed staffing and pricing schedule clearly and competitively.

Review the Community Business Enterprise (CBE) information requirements carefully. If applicable, ensure you provide all necessary details to demonstrate your CBE status. This can be an important factor in county procurements.