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Frequently Asked Questions Section
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What is CAMM?
CAMM is the Contracts Administration and Materials Management Department within OCTA. CAMM
is responsible for the purchase and sale of all goods and services at OCTA. All correspondence and
negotiations of a contractual nature with vendors, suppliers and contractors are coordinated through
and conducted by CAMM.
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What is CAMM NET?
CAMM NET is the web-enabled procurement system initiated by OCTA to bring the procurement
process on-line; to increase competition in its solicitations; and to develop a more accurate vendor database.
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Where do I begin?
OCTA has developed the CAMM NET User Guide to help vendors become familiar with CAMM NET. If you have previously downloaded
Adobe Systems Incorporated's free Acrobat Reader, version 4.0, you may view the CAMM NET User Guide
on line. If you don't have the Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can download it free from Adobe here.
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If you would like to receive a printed CAMM NET User Guide, E-Mail your request to cammadmin@octa.net.
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What goods and services does OCTA buy?
OCTA contracts for the purchase of goods and services necessary to sustain its operation. This is
everything from office supplies, buses, bus parts, automobiles and trucks, shop equipment and
supplies, consultant services to construction work. OCTA’s commodity code list provides a broad
range of goods and services we buy.
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What goods and services will OCTA buy using this web-site?
OCTA will conduct procurements whose dollar values are $25,000 or less on-line on our Internet web-site. Procurements
over $25,000 will not be conducted on the web-site, but information on these procurements and the procurement
documents can be obtained using this OCTA CAMM NET.
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Do I have to be a registered vendor before I can bid on an OCTA solicitation?
Yes, you must be a registered vendor in OCTA’s CAMM NET to obtain specific information regarding
solicitations, receive addenda, and submit bids. You do not have to register in OCTA’s database to
view open solicitations, receive information about upcoming events, obtain Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise (DBE) certification information or a DBE directory, view FAQs, and read OCTA’s terms and
conditions.
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What is a Vendor Profile?
A Vendor Profile is information provided by companies when they register with CAMM NET, which
identifies their business name, address, telephone number, fax number, and e-mail address. It also
describes their business type, ownership information as well as the commodity or services they
perform. Companies register and create a Vendor Profile in OCTA’s database to obtain specific
information regarding solicitations, receiving addenda and submitting bids.
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What if I have more than one sales office?
The vendor registration allows you to identify the address for only one corporate office and another for a mailing address, if it is a different location.
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What is a commodity code?
A commodity code is a classification system that identifies, by categories, the primary services or
products offered by a company.
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How do I choose commodities for my Vendor Profile?
Start with the categorical tables that list all the commodities within that topic. Choose a category
or categories that describes what you sell. Then select the commodities which best describe the goods and services you provided.
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What is a solicitation?
A solicitation is the request or invitation by OCTA to vendors registered within a specific commodity code(s) asking them
to submit a bid/offer to perform a particular work or service.
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Will OCTA post all solicitations on the CAMM NET?
Yes, all solicitations will be posted on the CAMM NET. Initially only procurements whose dollar values
are $25,000 or less will be available for bidding on the Internet. Procurements over $25,000 will be
posted on the Internet. Vendors will be provided directions for obtaining a Request For Proposals (RFP) or
Invitation For Bids (IFB) package.
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How do I obtain an addendum to the solicitation package?
Addenda to solicitations that are available for on-line bidding will be sent via e-mail to all
registered companies whose vendor profile includes commodity codes applicable to the solicitation.
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How do I add or change the commodities I have selected for my Vendor Profile?
To make a change to the commodity codes as well as any change to a vendor profile, you must
access the Update Profile screen in the Vendor Registration Section. Once in the update section,
change the appropriate fields, selecting the NEXT buttons and then the FINISH button. You will
then be able to review a summary of your vendor profile. If your profile is correct, select the REGISTER
button and your vendor profile will be updated.
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Can I change my quote/bid once I've submitted it?
Yes, you may change your quote/bid and resubmit it as often as you wish prior to the closing deadline
stated on the solicitation. Once the closing date and time occurs, the last bid you submitted will be
locked in the system and can only be retrieved by the Procurement Administrator upon opening
quotes/bids.
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I'm not awarded a procurement and want to know who won the award, how can I get
this information?
OCTA will post in CAMM NET information regarding the company that was awarded the contract or
purchase order. In addition, you will be able to view the award price.
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How do I change my password?
To change your password, a company will need to enter the Update Profile screen on the vendor
registration page and enter a new password in the appropriate field on page 3 of 3. Remember to
select the FINISH button after you have changed your password. You will be able to review a
summary of your vendor profile. If your profile is correct, select the REGISTER button and your
vendor profile will be updated.
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What do I do if I can't remember my password?
If you forget your password, you can go to the Update Profile screen and select "CLICK
HERE". You must enter either your Federal Tax ID Number or Social Security Number. You will
be asked to type the answer to the Clue Question which you entered when you first registered
on-line. Once the answer is typed in, you will receive the last password
submitted.
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What is a Clue Question/Answer?
A Clue Question/Answer is a question and answer that you provide as part of the vendor registration which is specifically
unique to you and your password. The question acts in a similar manner to an ATM PIN. It should
be a statement that would not be available or known to others outside of your company. Its purpose is
to protect you from someone else accessing your vendor profile.
For Example:
Clue Question: What is your favorite color?
Clue Answer: Blue
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What will be the benefits to OCTA and vendors using CAMM NET?
Both OCTA and vendors will save time, money and paperwork by the implementation of CAMM NET.
Vendors will be able to
access the system at their convenience, making OCTA’s procurement process a 24-hour
operation.
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Is there a phone number or fax I can contact for help?
OCTA has made every effort to make this web-enabled procurement system as user friendly as possible.
For questions regarding CAMM NET, interested parties can call (714) 560-5922, fax us at (714)
560-5792 or e-mail us at cammadmin@octa.net.
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