Los Angeles County Government Contracts — Procurement Guide
Researched by the BidStride Research Team
Los Angeles County (population 10 million) manages an estimated $12 billion (estimated) in annual procurement across 8 major departments. The county issues approximately 5,000+ solicitations per year through Los Angeles County Doing Business with Us.
Largest county government in the US. Operates the largest public hospital system (DHS) in the country. Uses BidSync/Periscope for many solicitations.
Procurement Portal
- Portal Name
- Los Angeles County Doing Business with Us
- Description
- Central portal for all LA County solicitations, contract opportunities, and vendor registration via the County's eCAPS system.
Budget & Volume
- Annual Budget
- $12 billion (estimated)
- Solicitations/Year
- 5,000+
- Competitive Bidding Threshold
- $100,000
Which Los Angeles County departments issue the most contracts?
These departments represent the largest procurement operations within Los Angeles County. Focus your vendor registration and business development on the departments most aligned with your services.
- Public Works
- Health Services
- Internal Services Department
- Parks and Recreation
- Sheriff's Department
- Fire Department
- Children and Family Services
- Mental Health
What certification programs does Los Angeles County offer?
- Community Business Enterprise (CBE)
- Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE)
- Local Small Business Enterprise (LSBE)
- Social Enterprise (SE)
Related City Guide
We also have a detailed procurement guide for the City of Los Angeles, which covers city-specific contracts, certifications, and satellite agencies.
View Los Angeles city procurement guideFrequently Asked Questions — Los Angeles County Government Contracting
Los Angeles County posts solicitations through Los Angeles County Doing Business with Us (https://doingbusiness.lacounty.gov/). Register as a vendor to receive bid notifications. The county issues 5,000+ solicitations per year.
Los Angeles County requires competitive bidding for contracts above $100,000. Below this threshold, the county may use informal solicitation or direct purchase methods.
Los Angeles County offers the following certification programs: Community Business Enterprise (CBE), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), Local Small Business Enterprise (LSBE), Social Enterprise (SE). These programs provide bid preferences and access to set-aside contract opportunities.
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Disclaimer: BidStride provides procurement information and tools — not legal or financial advice. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not create a professional relationship. Verify all thresholds, requirements, and deadlines directly with Los Angeles County procurement offices before bidding.
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