The Port of Long Beach is a world-renowned premier seaport that relies on a broad network of suppliers, contractors and consultants to support safe, efficient, and sustainable operations. Explore current, upcoming and small purchase opportunities below.
Procurement Categories
What We Procure
The Port works with a diverse network of vendors to procure a wide range of goods, services and construction needed to support our operations. Explore the categories below to learn more about the products, services and construction projects that help us build the Port of the Future™.
Professional Engineering, Environmental & Planning Services
Professional Engineering, Environmental & Planning Services
• Local Economic Impact Study
• Economic Services
• Annual Air Emission Inventories
• General Environmental Consulting Services
• Sediment, Water Quality and Biological Resources Services
• Air Monitoring Services
Technology Services
Technology Services
What We Procure
• IT Consulting
• Systems Integration
• Software Implementation
• Cybersecurity Services
• Help Desk & Technical Support
• IT Staffing and Staff Augmentation
• Cloud Solutions
• Network Infrastructure
• Computer Hardware & Software
Other Professional Services
Other Professional Services
What We Procure
• Temporary Staffing
• Recruitment & Executive Search
• Staff Augmentation
• Coaching & Training Services
• Grant Management Services
The opportunities listed below are currently advertising on PlanetBids. Registration on PlanetBids is required in order to view the complete solicitation package and to submit a proposal/bid.
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Opportunities Currently Advertising
RFP/Bid Link
Program Management
HD-S3180
Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility North Yard Utilities & Pier B St. Widening
The Work required by this Contract includes, but is not limited to, the following: surface and subsurface demolition; storm drainage, sewer, water, communication and electrical facilities construction; fire protection; sewer lift station construction; roadway and retaining wall construction; landscaping and irrigation; street lighting; paving; striping and signage; traffic control; fencing; erosion control; and grading. Refer to Section 01 11 00, Summary of Work in the Technical Specifications.
The Work required by this Contract includes, but is not limited to, the following: Construction of infrastructure and underground utilities and installation of electrical equipment to support zero emissions charging equipment and charge management systems at various Port facilities. Refer to Section 01 11 00, Summary of Work in the Technical Specifications.
On-Call Professional Clean Energy and Operational Resiliency Services
The Port’s Zero Emissions, Energy Resilient Operations (ZEERO) policy was adopted in 2023, to guide the Port’s programs in achieving its own carbon-neutral future while encouraging and leading the larger commercial maritime and goods movement industry to participate in the change that will secure a sustainable future for the global environment. More information can be found at the following link: https://polb.com/environment/zeero#zeero-overview
The Port’s Environmental Planning Division is responsible for addressing the Port’s evolving clean energy needs, with a specific focus on emerging near-zero- and zero-emission technologies and their supporting infrastructure, alternative fuels, decarbonization, and power continuity planning. To support these efforts, the Port is seeking qualified consultants to provide on-call professional clean energy and operational resiliency services.
On-Call Strategic Media Consulting and Crisis Communication Services
The Port operates in a highly visible and complex environment where operational, environmental, public safety, commercial, and community matters can generate significant public and media interest. Emerging issues, high-profile events, major initiatives, and emergency situations may require the Port to communicate quickly and strategically while ensuring information is timely, accurate, coordinated, and consistent.
While the Port maintains internal communications capabilities, the complexity, and unpredictable nature of its communication needs may require specialized expertise and additional support beyond day-to-day communications. To address these needs, the Port is seeking qualified consultants to provide strategic media and crisis communications services on an as-needed basis.
Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility Rail Yard Access Improvements
The Work required by this Contract includes, but is not limited to, the following: realignment, relocation, shifting, resurfacing, and rehabilitation of existing railroad tracks and construction of new lead tracks within the Pier B rail yard and Pico Avenue corridor, including special trackwork (turnouts and a crossover); modification of the railroad signal system at CP Gaspur; demolition and removal of existing tracks, pavement, utilities, and structures, including removal of abandoned third-party utilities; earthwork, grading, subgrade preparation, and soil disposal; storm drain and underdrain improvements; utility protection, including a casing extension for water line protection and protection of the LACSD trunk sewer; relocation of street lighting; fencing; and traffic control, with the Work phased around active railroad operations. Refer to Section 01 11 00, Summary of Work in the Technical Specifications.
The Port of Long Beach (Port) is seeking qualified consultant(s) to provide professional economic consulting services. The scope of services includes but is not limited to the following tasks:
1. Monitoring and Analysis of Cargo Demand
2. Economic Impact Modeling
3. Cost-Benefit Analysis
4. Trade Policy Impacts on Cargo Demand Analysis
5. Industrial Policy Impacts on Cargo Demand Analysis
6. Transportation and Port Industry Trend Analysis
7. Workforce Development Analysis
8. Cargo Flow and Inland Distribution Analysis
9. Reports and Presentations on All Items Above
The Port expects to award more than one contract from this procurement.
The Work required by this contract includes, but is not limited to, the following: On an on-call basis, closed circuit television inspections (CCTV) of pipelines; cleaning of sewer and storm drain pipelines; repairs of water, sewer, storm drain, fuel and natural gas pipelines; other wet utility appurtenances repair and construction; wet utility pipeline removal and reconstruction; and/or cured-in-place pipe construction; Vactor truck, and hydro jetting operations. Refer to Technical Specification 01 11 00 “Summary of Work".
For smaller purchases, the Port uses a simplified process to obtain lower-value goods and services from qualified vendors. This streamlined approach helps us make timely purchases while providing businesses – especially small businesses – with opportunities to compete for Port work. If you would like to be notified about these opportunities, please complete the form at ‘Notify Me’ below.
The opportunities below include professional services, construction, goods, materials, supplies and equipment expected to be advertised within the next year. Register on PlanetBids to receive notifications when new opportunities are advertised.
The Port has a robust capital program with many projects bidding each year. The files below will give you a look at the projects we expect to go to bid soon, and a broad overview of our capital program. Register on PlanetBids to receive notifications when new opportunities are advertised.
I see a future project that interests me. How do I get notified when it is advertised?
If the anticipated value of the work will exceed $100,000, the opportunity will be advertised on PlanetBids, unless otherwise noted. We assign each opportunity a set of relevant NIGP codes before posting. Once posted, PlanetBids will notify all firms who have included at least one of those NIGP codes in their profile.
If the anticipated value of the work will not exceed $100,000, the Port will use a simplified process to obtain lower value goods and services from qualified vendors. If you would like to be notified about these opportunities, please complete our Small Purchase Opportunities form.
Can I meet with someone at the Port to discuss an upcoming opportunity?
To help ensure a fair and equitable process, Port staff are unable to discuss specific details related to upcoming or currently advertised opportunities. For general meet-and-greet requests, please submit a request through our Contact Us form. We will review your request and make every effort to accommodate it, as appropriate.
I don’t see a particular service listed as a future opportunity, but I know the Port contracts for it. When will it be advertised?
If you are looking for a potential contracting opportunity that is not currently listed under Future Contracting Opportunities, please submit an inquiry through our Contact Us form. We also encourage you to check our website regularly, as future contracting opportunities and information are updated frequently.
Do I need to be registered with PlanetBids to be a prime or sub-contractor?
Your firm must be registered on PlanetBids in order to submit a bid or proposal. On construction scopes, any sub-contractor expected to be paid the greater of $10,000 or more than 0.5% of the bid price, must be identified as part of the bid, and therefore such sub-contractors must also be registered in PlanetBids. For non-construction opportunities, PlanetBids registration is not specifically required for subs, but it is preferred, and the Port may request registration subsequent to award.
I want to bid or propose on an opportunity, but I am unable to access my firm’s PlanetBids profile. How should I proceed?
If you are the PlanetBids account holder, but do not know your password, you may use the “Forgot Your Password” link on the PlanetBids login screen to reset the password.
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