City of Santa Ana PlanetBids: Vendor Registration Guide 2025

The City of Santa Ana, Orange County's second-largest city with over 310,000 residents, processes millions in annual construction contracts through its PlanetBids procurement portal.

Quick Facts

Portal: PlanetBids

Budget: $600M+ annually

Threshold: $15,000+ formal bid

Local Preference: Available

Santa Ana Procurement Overview

Public Works

• Street reconstruction
• Storm drain improvements
• Traffic signals
• ADA compliance

Water Utilities

• Water main replacement
• Pump station upgrades
• Pipeline rehabilitation

Parks & Facilities

• Park improvements
• Community centers
• Playground installations

Vendor Registration Steps

Access Santa Ana's PlanetBids Portal

Click "New Vendor Registration" to start.

Create Account & Complete Profile

Enter business info, contractor license, and tax ID.

Select Commodity Codes

Choose NIGP codes: 91200s (construction), 96800s (renovation).

Upload Documents & Enable Notifications

License, insurance, W-9, DIR registration. Set email alerts.

Finding Construction Bids

Email Notifications

• New opportunity alerts
• Addenda notifications
• Award announcements

Portal Search

• Filter by department
• Sort by due date
• Keyword search

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Contractor Requirements

Licensing

Valid CSLB license
DIR registration (prevailing wage)
Santa Ana business license

Bonding

10% bid bond
100% performance bond
100% payment bond

Winning Bid Strategies

Attend pre-bid meetings – Missing mandatory meetings disqualifies your bid
Review all addenda – Acknowledge in your bid or face rejection
List subcontractors properly – Required for subs over 0.5% of bid
Submit early – Late submissions are automatically rejected

FAQ

How do I register on Santa Ana PlanetBids?

Visit Santa Ana's PlanetBids portal, click "New Vendor Registration," and complete the form with your contractor license, insurance, W-9, and DIR registration. It's free and takes about 30 minutes.

What project sizes does Santa Ana bid?

Projects range from $50,000 repairs to multi-million dollar infrastructure. The CIP includes streets, water systems, parks, and facilities.

Does Santa Ana offer local preference?

Yes, local and small business preference applies on selected projects. Check individual bid documents for applicable preferences.

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