TL;DR: On September 28, 2026, the Orange County Transportation Authority requested quotes under solicitation 260574 for a $45,000, three-year blanket purchase order to restock disaster supplies from December 1, 2026 through November 30, 2029.
What was posted on September 28?
The posting titled Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS states that the solicitation opportunity from California was posted on September 28, 2026, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The same posting identifies the number as 260574 State & Local, with submission closed on 10/09/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
A second listing titled Disaster supplies for three-year emergency preparedness | CA Bid identifies solicitation 260574 as issued by Orange County Transportation Authority, with portal id 302273 and type purchase, according to Disaster supplies for three-year emergency preparedness | CA Bid.
That listing records posted Sep 28, 2026, response deadline Oct 9, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT, and questions due Sep 30, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT, according to Disaster supplies for three-year emergency preparedness | CA Bid.
The listing places performance in Orange County, CA, and describes the issuing unit as Chief Executive Office-Security & Emergency Preparedness, according to Disaster supplies for three-year emergency preparedness | CA Bid.
The CLEATUS posting lists the agency as California → Chief Executive Office-Security & Emergency Preparedness, with office in Orange, CA, 92863, USA, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The CLEATUS posting lists NAICS 423910 - Sporting and Recreational Goods and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers and place of performance CA, USA, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The CLEATUS posting names Nick Boonmag, Emergency Management Specialist, among contacts for the solicitation, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
What budget and term applied?
The full description states that the Orange County Transportation Authority requests quotes from qualified vendors to provide disaster supplies, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The full description states that the budget for this effort is $45,000 for a three (3)-year term, effective December 1, 2026 through November 30, 2029, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The at-a-glance summary states that Orange County Transportation Authority is purchasing disaster supplies with a $45,000 budget for a three-year contract covering December 2026–November 2029, according to Disaster supplies for three-year emergency preparedness | CA Bid.
The AI contract overview states that the contract has a total budget of 45,000 dollars for a three-year term effective from December 1, 2026, through November 30, 2029, with an annual spending limit not to exceed 15,000 dollars, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The overview describes the vehicle as a blanket purchase order for the restocking of disaster supplies, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The summary for the Scope of Work document states that it seeks a qualified vendor to establish a blanket purchase order (BPO) for the restocking of disaster supplies, with an annual not-to-exceed limit of $15,000, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
Which products were listed?
The overview states that required supplies include 3-day disaster kits, individual first aid kits, military-style oversize cots, linen sets, and IPX4 water-resistant LED flashlights, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The overview states that all items must be in new condition, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The Scope of Work summary states that the document details requirements for product quality in new condition, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
A related listing titled Emergency Linens and Bedding - California | CLEATUS states that the scope was carved out of 260574, according to Emergency Linens and Bedding - California | CLEATUS.
That related listing states that the scope requires delivery of 50 complete linen sets, according to Emergency Linens and Bedding - California | CLEATUS.
That related listing states that each set consists of cot sheets, polar fleece acrylic blankets, polyester fiber pillows, pillowcases, and nylon laundry bags, according to Emergency Linens and Bedding - California | CLEATUS.
That related listing states that all blankets and pillows must be vacuum packed, according to Emergency Linens and Bedding - California | CLEATUS.
The main overview states that linen sets must be individually vacuum packed, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The main overview states that water must be supplied in one-liter bottles with six bottles per case, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
What shelf-life rules governed food and water?
The overview states that food and water must have a manufacturer-stated shelf life of at least 20 years, with a minimum of 15 years remaining upon delivery, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The overview states that U.S. Coast Guard approved pouches and food bars are permitted with a 5-year shelf life, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The Scope of Work summary states that the document details shelf-life requirements for food and water, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The overview states that strict quality and packaging standards are mandated, particularly for consumables, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
For household storage, rotate stored food and water before expiration dates pass.
For household storage, keep packaging intact and protected from damage and moisture.
What medical and mask limits were specified?
The overview states that specific restrictions apply to medical supplies, permitting only single-use, over-the-counter medications and generic dust masks, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The overview states that prescription drugs and NIOSH or CalOSHA regulated respirators are strictly prohibited, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The Scope of Work summary states that the document details specific restrictions on masks and medications, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
For household kits, store over-the-counter medications in original labeling and separate first-aid supplies from bulk storage.
For household kits, keep masks and dust protection accessible with other respiratory supplies.
What documents controlled the quote?
The posting lists 3 documents in PDF format, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The listed documents are RFQ 260574 - Disaster Supplies Scope of Work, RFQ 260574 Exhibit C - General Provisions, and RFQ 260574 Price Summary Sheet Instructions (Exhibit B), according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The Scope of Work is identified as Exhibit A and Attachment A for RFQ 260574, issued by the Orange County Transportation Authority, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The Scope of Work summary states that it details authorized personnel for ordering, delivery timelines, and invoicing procedures, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The Price Summary Sheet summary states that it provides detailed instructions for bidders responding to RFQ 260574, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
That summary states that it outlines requirements for completing the Pricing Proposal in the OpenGov system, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
That summary states that prices must be firm-fixed, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
That summary states that it details rules regarding invoicing, price adjustments, and the requirement for government-best pricing, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
What legal and payment terms were stated?
The overview states that the agreement is governed by California law, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The overview states that the agreement includes standard provisions for indemnification, termination for convenience, and equal employment opportunity, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The summary for Exhibit C states that it outlines General Provisions governing the agreement, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
That summary lists terms for inspection and acceptance, changes, default, indemnification, assignments, title and risk of loss, equal employment opportunity, termination for convenience, and audit rights, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The overview states that payments are issued within 30 days of receipt of itemized invoices, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
The overview states that invoices must reference the blanket purchase order number and the authorizing staff member, according to Request for Quote (RFQ) Disaster Supplies | CLEATUS.
What broader OCTA emergency context was announced that day?
On September 28, 2026, the Orange County Transportation Authority reported that its Board of Directors on Monday declared an emergency along the coastal rail line in San Clemente, according to OCTA Declares Emergency to Protect Rail Line through Coastal San Clemente.
That announcement states that the action aims to accelerate shoreline protection and placement of approximately 690,000 cubic yards of sand ahead of potential El Niño storms, according to OCTA Declares Emergency to Protect Rail Line through Coastal San Clemente.
That announcement states that the Board action authorizes OCTA CEO Darrell E. Johnson to move quickly to secure specialized contractors, materials, marine dredging equipment and sand sources as they become available, according to OCTA Declares Emergency to Protect Rail Line through Coastal San Clemente.
That announcement states that approximately 240,000 cubic yards is planned between North Beach and Mariposa Point, with approximately 450,000 cubic yards planned south of San Clemente State Beach, according to OCTA Declares Emergency to Protect Rail Line through Coastal San Clemente.
That announcement states that the Board action follows Gov. Gavin Newsom's Sept. 21 state of emergency proclamation in preparation for developing 2026-27 El Niño conditions, according to OCTA Declares Emergency to Protect Rail Line through Coastal San Clemente.
That announcement identifies the coastal railroad through San Clemente as part of the 351-mile Los Angeles-San Diego-San Luis Obispo, or LOSSAN, Rail Corridor, according to OCTA Declares Emergency to Protect Rail Line through Coastal San Clemente.