Inyo County Launches New Online Systems to Improve Access to Public Records, Streamline Bidding Process

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Inyo County Launches New Online Systems to  Improve Access to Public Records, Streamline Bidding Process 

INDEPENDENCE, CA – Inyo County has partnered with two leading providers of cloud-based software  designed to streamline operations, modernize document management, improve transparency, and make it  easier for the public to access information and do business in Inyo County.

The County recently launched online portals for OpenGov’s eProcurement – a public-sector budgeting,  procurement, and financial management system – and CivicPlus’ NextRequest – a public records request  management tool – as part of the County’s continuing efforts to enhance public services in the digital age.

“These tools reflect the Board of Supervisors’ commitment to transparency, efficiency, and accessibility,” said  Chairperson Scott Marcellin. “By striving to embrace digital solutions, we’re making it easier for residents and  vendors to interact with the County in a faster, more user-friendly way. Kudos to our Administration and  Information Services staff for their forward-thinking, innovative efforts to improve the myriad services we  provide.”

Marcellin added that none of the software is intended to eliminate in-person or over-the-phone service, which  will always be available at both the Bishop and Independence campuses. The goal is to make accessing  services easier for many who prefer to conduct business online.

NextRequest enables residents to easily submit public records requests, track their status, and access records – ultimately promoting greater transparency and government accountability. By automating workflows and  streamlining request processing, NextRequest makes it faster and easier for staff to respond to requests and  honor the requirements of the California Public Records Act.

With NextRequest, Inyo County will be able to:

• Simplify request management and increase efficiency, ensuring residents can quickly and  easily access the information they need.
• Automate tasks to save time with advanced workflow automation, allowing staff to focus on  delivering timely, high-quality responses to public records requests.
• Enhance collaboration across departments to provide more accurate and complete records for  residents.
• Maximize resources and improve time management, ensuring records requests are handled  efficiently, even during high-demand periods.

NextRequest can be accessed at https://inyocountyca.nextrequest.com/. Individuals are asked to utilize this  system for all future requests. If you need to make a request by phone or other means, please contact Assistant Clerk of the Board/Public Relations Liaison Darcy Israel at (760) 878-0373 or [email protected] for assistance.

The launch of the new eProcurement Portal similarly marks a significant step forward in modernizing the  County’s procurement process. The transition from a traditional paper-based bid solicitation system to a fully  automated, web-based platform will make it easier, faster, and more efficient for vendors to do business with  the County.

The OpenGov eProcurement Portal offers a range of benefits for vendors, including:

• Easy Registration: Vendors can quickly create an account and subscribe to receive notifications of  future opportunities.
• Real-Time Updates: By following individual solicitations, vendors will automatically receive  amendments, addenda, and other updates.
• Centralized Communication: Users can submit questions and receive official responses directly  through the platform.
• Guided Submissions: The system helps ensure all electronic responses to Requests for Proposals  (RFPs), bids, and other solicitations are complete and accurate.
• One-Stop Access: The portal serves as the single location for all active and upcoming County bid  opportunities.

Interested parties are encouraged to explore current bid opportunities at  https://www.inyocounty.us/services/county-administrators-office/bid-request-rfp. To register to participate in  future solicitations, vendors can click here to sign up. After registration, users will receive an activation email to  complete the process. For detailed instructions, please refer to the registration help file.

News Staff