C25925041 - Lifeguard Deployment Software Services

The contract solicitation C25925041 issued by the California Department of Parks and Recreation, Orange Coast District, seeks bids for Lifeguard Deployment Software Services. The awarded contractor will provide a comprehensive deployment platform to support the district’s aquatics operations, including mobile network infrastructure and hardware for incident capture and documentation. Key functional components of the platform encompass public safety reporting and analytics, a public information dashboard, internal agency communications, digital forms, staff status and compliance monitoring, and public broadcasting capabilities. The system is expected to provide 24/7/365 availability with ongoing telephone and email support, along with mandatory in-person training sessions at the Orange Coast State Park. The contract emphasizes compliance with state procurement standards such as the Darfur Contracting Act, Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, nondiscrimination policies including gender identity protections, and requirements for a drug-free workplace. Bids must be electronically submitted in PDF format by 2:00 pm on January 20, 2026, to [email hidden], following detailed instructions outlined in the solicitation. The evaluation will be conducted under a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, where price plays the dominant role, adjusted by DVBE and small business participation incentives. Technical proposals must meet minimum requirements but will not be ranked beyond pass/fail. The solicitation documents include standard terms and conditions, with special clauses addressing conflict of interest certifications, subcontractor disclosures, compliance with the Sweatfree Code of Conduct, and reporting obligations for legal services exceeding $50,000. Although the contract pricing details remain as templates without dollar values, the scope anticipates a user-based service model with approximately 500 users annually. Contractor responsibilities include submitting mandated certifications and compliance documentation, with performance oversight by state officials. Overall, the contract integrates advanced software service delivery with rigorous administrative and regulatory compliance tailored to California state procurement protocols.