1. Picking Up Boxes from the Records Management Division. Contractor shall: 1.1 pick up archival boxes from the City Records Center using Contractor’s bonded employees and Contractor’s vehicle 1.2 Create a unique bar code control number for each archive box to be processed. 2. Document analysis. Contractor shall: 2.1 Create a detailed log to identify the box contents. 2.2 Included in the detailed log the following: folders, pages, oversized items, other items attached to the files. This information is to be kept separately and later used to crosscheck the finished products. Any discrepancy will result in a full audit of the box. 2.3 Any photos or color documents are to be scanned as the same.
The City of Los Angeles seeks quotations for 50% citric acid, a commodity chemical used in municipal cleaning, water treatment, and maintenance. Vendors must submit price quotations through the City’s Vendor Self-Service portal and provide a product that complies with City specifications and applicable safety requirements. The whole-item, price-only RFQ does not state a specific quantity, and award will be based on price and compliance.
Sole Source:Deprioritize—rarely approved; steer to coops instead.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, or BuyBoard; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Los Angeles, CA:Sole source awards are extremely rare; deprioritize this path. No sole source dollar threshold provided in the guidance. Practical note: redirect efforts to cooperative purchasing to bypass formal bidding complexity.
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Unknown Seller at City of Los Angeles
Effective: May 8, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document functions as a comprehensive contract register, listing various agreements by their unique Contract ID, detailed description, vendor name, and their respective active dates. It provides an overview of numerous contracts for diverse products and services, acting as a log or database of active agreements.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. at City of Los Angeles
Effective: Aug 29, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract is a three-year agreement between the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) and Motorola Solutions, Inc. for a comprehensive upgrade of LAFD's voice radio system, with an initial cost of $17,953,555.68. The agreement includes hardware, software, and services to replace aging infrastructure, enhance dispatch consoles, and integrate a new logging and recording system to improve interoperability and efficiency. The contract also provides for optional extensions for maintenance services for up to five additional one-year terms, costing an additional $11,246,822, bringing the total potential value to $29,200,377.68.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. at City of Los Angeles
Effective: Nov 7, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract outlines the agreement between the City of Los Angeles and Motorola Solutions, Inc. for the upgrade of the Los Angeles Fire Department's (LAFD) voice radio system. Effective November 7, 2022, the three-year agreement, with an option for five additional years of maintenance, has a total fixed price of $17,953,555.68. The upgrade encompasses a new ASTRO 25 platform, CommandCentral AXS Dispatch Consoles, and a Verint Logging Recorder solution, aiming to modernize the LAFD's critical communications infrastructure.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. at City of Los Angeles
Effective: Jul 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract outlines a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Los Angeles, acting through the LAPD, and Motorola Solutions, Inc. for the provision of a PremiereOne Mobile and Records management system. The agreement, effective from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2027, has a total amount of $13,772,614.00. It encompasses various services, software licenses, hardware (laptops), and includes detailed terms regarding compensation, data security, and compliance with CJIS regulations.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. at City of Los Angeles
Effective: Sep 1, 2021Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is the Twenty-First Amendment to Contract C-123897 between the City of Los Angeles (LAPD) and Motorola Solutions, Inc. It extends the contract term to August 31, 2027, and provides an additional $20,433,974.00 in spending authority for a six-year period of services, commencing September 1, 2021. The amendment covers comprehensive support, maintenance, cybersecurity monitoring, system upgrades, 9-1-1 dispatch and Land Mobile Radio (LMR) call recording, and select hardware replacement. Key components include VRS Renewal, Advanced Services, MOSCAD System implementation, ActiveEye Managed Security Services, and P1 CAD/Records Hardware Refresh, funded by City General Funds and UASI Grant Funds.
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Planning And Land Use Management Committee Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed two primary agenda items. The first involved an appeal concerning operational conditions and a zone change for a car wash facility, resulting in a partial grant of the appeal and approval of the requested zone change. The second item addressed an appeal regarding a CEQA categorical exemption for the construction of two single-family residences, with staff recommending the denial of the appeal.
Los Angeles City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting featured a presentation on ovarian cancer awareness and advocacy, highlighting the importance of early detection and local support. The Council reviewed community cultural events including the Central Avenue Jazz Festival, the Latino Carnival, and an art exhibition at City Hall. The session also addressed a significant agenda item concerning a proposed contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc., where public commenters raised concerns regarding surveillance technology, data access, and the potential impact on immigrant communities, urging the Council to reject the agreement.
Personnel and Hiring Committee Regular Meeting
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Los Angeles?
The City of Los Angeles central purchasing function is housed in the General Services Department, while many operating departments conduct their own solicitations subject to Office of the City Administrative Officer oversight and City Council contract approval. Departments retain delegated procurement authority for department-specific needs.
Where does the City of Los Angeles post bids and RFPs?
The City of Los Angeles posts official bids, RFPs, and solicitations on RAMPLA.org (Regional Alliance Marketplace for Procurement / RAMP‑LA). Department pages and contract notices direct vendors to RAMPLA, where vendors can register and set NAICS‑based opportunity notifications.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Los Angeles?
The committee discussed the Los Angeles Fire Department's payroll issues, the ongoing implementation and integration of the Workday system, and the progress of the staffing scheduling system replacement. Updates were provided regarding payroll substitute authorities, the management of retroactive payments and injury on duty overpayments, and the hiring process for the Los Angeles Police Department.
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Vendors register with the City of Los Angeles by first obtaining a Business Tax Registration Certificate (BTRC) from the Office of Finance and submitting the City's Vendor Registration Packet; vendors should also register on RAMPLA.org to access solicitations and NAICS‑code alerts.
What products and services does the City of Los Angeles procure?
The City of Los Angeles commonly procures information technology professional services, construction and infrastructure services, public safety equipment, economic and workforce development services, and port‑related services; centralized supplies and equipment purchases are handled by the General Services Department Supply Services Division.
Does the City of Los Angeles use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Yes. The City of Los Angeles permits piggyback contracting by ordinance—using another public entity's contract terms—and may utilize California Department of General Services cooperative agreements and CMAS (California Multiple Award Schedule) contracts for eligible procurements.
What procurement requirements does the City of Los Angeles publish for vendors?
Vendors contracting with the City of Los Angeles must follow department Procurement and Contract Execution Guidelines and applicable federal, state, and local laws; certain solicitations include prevailing‑wage, Small Local Business (SLB), and Business Inclusion Section (BIS) participation or documentation requirements.
How does the City of Los Angeles approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Mayor and City Council approve City of Los Angeles contracts, with fiscal oversight and review by the Office of the City Administrative Officer; departments follow internal procurement steps and Los Angeles Administrative Code Section 6.26 governs bid protests and hearing procedures.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Los Angeles?
Vendors can find City of Los Angeles procurement policies and standard contract terms in Los Angeles Administrative Code Section 6.26 and in department procurement and contract execution guidelines published by the General Services Department, Bureau of Contract Administration, and the Office of the City Administrative Officer.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the City of Los Angeles use?
The City of Los Angeles administers supplier diversity through the Bureau of Contract Administration Business Inclusion Section, offering MBE, WBE, SBE, and DVBE certifications plus a Local Business Preference / Small Local Business program; certification is available through BCA or recognized certifying agencies.
