When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due October 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 19, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $249,999.

It was issued by California Air Resources Board. The work is located in California, United States.

Translation and Interpretation Services for CARB’s Board Hearings/Meetings, Workshops, Conferences, Administrative Hearings, and Interviews (Due October 29, 2026)

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California, United StatesPosted: October 14, 2026Deadline: October 29, 2026

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SUMMARY

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking a contractor to provide consecutive and simultaneous verbal interpretation and written translation services for various meetings, workshops, and hearings throughout California.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be an individual or firm licensed to do business in California
Must own and operate a legitimate business
Must be registered and in good standing with the California Secretary of State
Must possess at least five completed years of experience providing interpretation and translation services
Interpreters and translators must possess minimum two years of experience providing services for a public entity within State, local, or federal government
Must provide insurance and endorsements as described in the Draft Standard Agreement
Must have all necessary equipment to provide professional, certified written translation

BUDGET

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$249,999

CONTRACT DURATION

24 months

TIMELINE

October 14, 2026: IFB Posted

October 19, 2026: Deadline for Submission of Written Questions

October 23, 2026: Responses to Questions Posted

October 29, 2026: Bid Submission Due

October 29, 2026: Opening of Bids (Virtual)

October 30, 2026: Notice of Intent to Award

December 1, 2026: Estimated Contract Start Date

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 19, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

California Air Resources Board

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DESCRIPTION

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) requires professional interpretation and translation services to eliminate language barriers for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) public. The scope includes consecutive and simultaneous verbal interpretation (in-person and virtual/remote) and written translation services for board hearings, meetings, workshops, conferences, administrative hearings, and interviews. The contractor must provide qualified personnel, equipment technicians, and necessary equipment. The contract term is twenty-four (24) months from the time of execution.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due October 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 19, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $249,999.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by California Air Resources Board. The work is located in California, United States.

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