RFQ - AS-NEEDED GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND SPATIAL TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SERVICES (RESERVED FOR SMALL LOCAL BUSINESSES)

The County of San Diego is soliciting quotes for as-needed Geographic Information System (GIS) Analysis and Spatial Technology Support Services for the Planning and Development Services Department. This solicitation is reserved exclusively for Small-Local Businesses as defined by Board Policy B-53. The contract structure consists of an initial one-year base period with four subsequent one-year option periods, with the possibility for offerors to provide pricing for up to five years. The scope of work requires professional technical expertise in ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise Portal, including specialized services in GIS programming, data manipulation, and automated batch job processing using Python, Arcade, and JavaScript. Work will be managed through individual task orders issued by the Contracting Officer’s Representative, with contractors required to respond to requests and identify available staff within five business days. Award decisions will be based on best value, considering technical merit, overall cost, sustainability, and cultural competency. Contractors must adhere to strict quality assurance standards, including the submission of a QA plan for each task order and monthly progress meetings. Administrative requirements include monthly invoicing with a 30-day payment term, mandatory criminal background checks for all workforce members, and compliance with various federal and state non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws. All materials produced under the agreement remain the sole property of the County.