Various Metals and Related Hardware

The County of Orange’s Public Works department is seeking qualified vendors to supply a wide range of metals (steel, aluminum, stainless, galvanized) and related hardware (pipes, tubing, bars, sheet metal, welding supplies, fasteners, structural shapes, etc.) on an as‑needed basis for multiple county facilities and job sites. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a 365‑day bid validity period. Deliveries must occur within 10 working days of order, be palletized to standard dimensions, and be signed for by county staff. The vendor must maintain inventory within a 30‑mile radius of the OC Public Works warehouse, provide a sales and customer service representative, and submit annual usage reports on request. All orders are processed through the county’s e‑procurement portal; questions are due by October 21, 2026, and bids must be submitted electronically by November 4, 2026 at 2:00 pm.