Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 26EO007 Translation and Interpretation Services for CARBs Board Hearings/Meetings, Workshops, Conferences, Administrative Hearings, and Interviews

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) seeks a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive translation and interpretation services for Board hearings, meetings, workshops, conferences, administrative hearings, and interviews across the state. The work includes both consecutive and simultaneous verbal interpretation (in‑person and virtual), written translation of documents into multiple languages, post‑edit review of CARB‑produced drafts, and provision of equipment technicians when needed. All services must comply with CARB’s confidentiality, ethics, and generative‑AI disclosure requirements, and the contractor must maintain required insurance and certifications. • Services cover 30+ languages, including ASL, Arabic, French, Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, etc. • Contract term is 24 months starting approximately December 1 2026, with a maximum budget of $249,999.99. • Mandatory bid submissions (PDF, ≤ 50 MB) are due by 1:00 PM PST on October 29 2026; a virtual bid opening follows at 2:00 PM. • Vendor must provide extensive documentation (14 required attachments) demonstrating qualifications, rate schedules, references, and compliance certifications.