Opportunity
California eProcure #26EO004
CARB Translation, Interpretation, and Equipment Technician Services for Statewide Events
Posted
August 21, 2026
Respond By
September 08, 2026
Identifier
26EO004
NAICS
541930
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking California Certified Small Businesses to provide comprehensive translation and interpretation services for statewide events. - Government Buyer: - California Air Resources Board (CARB) - Executive Office, Bilingual Services - Vendors & OEMs: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; solicitation is open to California Certified Small Businesses - Products & Services Requested: - In-person and virtual simultaneous interpretation in multiple languages (including American Sign Language, Arabic, Armenian, Cantonese, French, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, and others) - Written translation of official CARB documents in various languages, including Braille and ADA-compliant formatting - Provision of special interpretation equipment (e.g., Table-Top Booth, FM Transmitter, Interpreter Headset, Audio Mixer, Wireless Microphones) - Equipment technician services for setup, operation, and maintenance of interpretation equipment - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only California Certified Small Businesses are eligible - Interpreters and translators must meet specific certification and experience requirements - Emphasis on cultural competency, confidentiality, and quality assurance - Contract value not to exceed $249,999.99 - Option for contract renewal for an additional year - Services must support a wide range of CARB events, including Board Hearings, Workshops, Conferences, Administrative Hearings, and Interviews
Description
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is soliciting price quotes from California Certified Small Businesses for Translation and Interpretation Services. These services are required for CARB's Board Hearings/Meetings, Workshops, Conferences, Administrative Hearings, and Interviews. The solicitation requires bidders to meet minimum qualifications including experience, certifications, and the ability to meet specific interpreter/translator requirements. The award will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor providing the best value considering price and other factors.