County of Kern

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Buyer type:: County
Location:: Bakersfield, CA
Country:: US

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Quotation Request #PR2702507 - Tracked Skid Steer Loader - Tracked Skid Steer Loader
Posted
Oct 6, 2026
Closes
Oct 20, 2026
The County of Kern is seeking bids for two new and unused tracked skid steer track loaders of the most current model year available, meeting the attached specifications. Bidders must submit a completed Quotation Request and specification document online through Public Purchase or deliver a sealed bid to Kern County Purchasing in Bakersfield. Responses are due by 11:00 a.m. PDT on October 20, 2026; late bids will be rejected.
CONTRACT NO. 26008, PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS, FOR ROAD REHABILITATION ON ROSAMOND BOULEVARD FROM STATE ROUTE 14 TO UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD, ROSAMOND (S.D. #2)
Posted
Sep 29, 2026
Closes
Oct 28, 2026
Request for proposals for road rehabilitation services on Rosamond Boulevard, including concrete work, asphalt paving, and installation of various road components.
Railroad Tie Culvert Replacements on Bena Road
Posted
Oct 5, 2026
Closes
Oct 28, 2026
Work consists, in general, of road reconstruction, grading of slopes, and removal of existing cattle crossings. The redwood from cattle crossing will be salvaged and reclaimed.

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189634
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7,559
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927,068
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $200,000, use sole source. If your solution is proprietary tech or a specialized/critical service, partner with the end-user to justify sole source to Purchasing; expect Board approval if >$200,
- Coops: Kern County frequently procures through Sourcewell, CMAS, OMNIA Partners, and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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- Fit: Proprietary technology or critical, specialized services (e.g., forensic software, specialized health services).
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County of Kern Contracts

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CorVel Enterprise Claims, Inc. at County of Kern
Effective: Apr 1, 2015Expires: Expiration date locked.
This is an agreement for Workers' Compensation Services between the County of Kern and CorVel Enterprise Comp, Inc. (later CorVel Healthcare Corporation, then CorVel Enterprise Claims, Inc.). The initial agreement, effective April 1, 2015, outlined services including medical bill review, PPO, and inpatient hospital review. Four amendments have been issued: Amendment 1 (March 16, 2015) changed the seller's name and added clearinghouse services; Amendment 2 (October 2020) extended the term until March 31, 2023, and updated service fees; Amendment 3 (May 9, 2023) further extended the term until March 31, 2026, and updated fees; and Amendment 4 (April 1, 2026) updated the seller's name again, extended the term until March 31, 2029, updated service fees, and introduced annual maximum transaction fees.
PROFESSIONAL DYNAMICS INC at County of Kern
Effective: Oct 28, 2025Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document details a Professional Services Agreement between the County of Kern and Professional Dynamics, Inc. for utilization review and nurse case management services in workers' compensation. Initially effective April 1, 2025, with a term until March 31, 2027, and a total cap of $175,000, the agreement was later amended on October 28, 2025. The amendment revised the effective start date to October 28, 2025, extended the term until December 31, 2028, and changed the compensation structure to an annual cap of $175,000. The contract includes specific pricing for services and a Business Associate Agreement for HIPAA compliance.
DigiStream Investigations at County of Kern
Effective: Apr 1, 2025Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document details an 'Agreement for Investigative Services' between Kern County and DigiStream Investigations for workers' compensation fraud claims. The original agreement, effective April 1, 2025, had a maximum compensation of $125,000 over 36 months. An amendment, also effective April 1, 2025, revised the compensation to an annual cap of $100,000 and extended the contract term until December 31, 2028. Services include surveillance, social media monitoring, and record retrieval, with rates detailed in an updated Exhibit A. The contract also includes a Business Associate Agreement for HIPAA compliance.
Tyler Technologies, Inc. at County of Kern
Effective: May 22, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.
The document details various exhibits, including a business travel policy, service level agreements, support call processes, and two primary statements of work. The first SOW (Exhibit E Schedule 1) outlines the implementation of a Records Management system, detailing project methodology, roles, and stages for Kern County Recorder. The second SOW (Exhibit E Schedule 2) describes the scope of work for eCertify and Vitals Access services, including secure online portals for vital records requests and payment processing, noting a 3-year term for SSL certification within eCertify.
Workday, Inc. at County of Kern
Effective: Oct 13, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a comprehensive agreement between Workday, Inc. and County of Kern for a suite of subscription services, training, and a success plan. The core Main Subscription Agreement (00409683.0) is supplemented by a primary Subscription Order Form (00397863.0) for various Workday modules (HCM, Financials, Analytics) over a ten-year term, effective October 13, 2023, with a total cost of $24,049,995. A Training Order Form (00397858.0) covers $155,000 in training fees, and a Workday Success Plan Order Form (00413248.0) adds $2,150,115 for an Accelerate Plus plan over five years. The overall agreement includes terms for data security, privacy (HIPAA compliance), service levels, and various general provisions. The contracts generally commence on October 13, 2023, and extend up to October 12, 2033, for the longest service term.

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Kern County Board of Supervisors Board Meeting
Date: Aug 25, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting covered routine consent items and a closed session update. Key discussions focused on conditions at local detention centers, including concerns about food quality and the timeliness of medical care. The Board also deliberated on a legal inquiry regarding the potential withdrawal of public funds from private businesses. A major portion of the meeting was dedicated to Assembly Joint Resolution 23 (AJR23), resulting in the adoption of a formal position letter to the State Legislature that outlines the economic and regulatory burdens placed on rural counties by statewide policies. Additionally, the Board heard public input concerning local socioeconomic issues, including housing costs, educational statistics, and animal shelter overcrowding.
Kern County Board of Supervisors Meeting
Date: Sep 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting included a special tribute to a local veteran, Sergeant Chad Garcia, for his military service and his ongoing advocacy work for veterans through the organization Comrades and Canopies and the Portrait of a Warrior Art Gallery. The meeting also featured a presentation from the Deputy Director of Animal Protection Services regarding pet adoption opportunities. Additionally, the Board discussed the rescheduling of several consent agenda items and heard a public comment from the director of programs for the Open Door Network regarding workforce development initiatives and the impact of the department's employment programs.

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Stane AnnieAccountant II/Auditor - Auditor-Controller-County Clerk Dept.

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Victoria MudrykAdministrative Coordinator

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Quotation Request #PR2702507 - Tracked Skid Steer Loader - Tracked Skid Steer Loader

CONTRACT NO. 26008, PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS, FOR ROAD REHABILITATION ON ROSAMOND BOULEVARD FROM STATE ROUTE 14 TO UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD, ROSAMOND (S.D. #2)

Railroad Tie Culvert Replacements on Bena Road

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CorVel Enterprise Claims, Inc. at County of Kern

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DigiStream Investigations at County of Kern

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Workday, Inc. at County of Kern

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Quotation Request #PR2702507 - Tracked Skid Steer Loader - Tracked Skid Steer Loader

CONTRACT NO. 26008, PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS, FOR ROAD REHABILITATION ON ROSAMOND BOULEVARD FROM STATE ROUTE 14 TO UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD, ROSAMOND (S.D. #2)

Railroad Tie Culvert Replacements on Bena Road

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CorVel Enterprise Claims, Inc. at County of Kern

PROFESSIONAL DYNAMICS INC at County of Kern

DigiStream Investigations at County of Kern

Tyler Technologies, Inc. at County of Kern

Workday, Inc. at County of Kern

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Kern County Board of Supervisors Board Meeting

Kern County Board of Supervisors Meeting

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CorVel Enterprise Claims, Inc. at County of Kern

PROFESSIONAL DYNAMICS INC at County of Kern

DigiStream Investigations at County of Kern

Tyler Technologies, Inc. at County of Kern

Workday, Inc. at County of Kern

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Kern County Board of Supervisors Board Meeting

Kern County Board of Supervisors Meeting

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CorVel Enterprise Claims, Inc. at County of Kern

PROFESSIONAL DYNAMICS INC at County of Kern

DigiStream Investigations at County of Kern

Tyler Technologies, Inc. at County of Kern

Workday, Inc. at County of Kern

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Kern County Board of Supervisors Board Meeting

Kern County Board of Supervisors Meeting

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Kern County Local Agency Formation Commission Regular Meeting

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