City of Gardena - GTrans EV Charger Installation Project - IFB No. 2026-01
City of GardenaCity · Gardena, CA- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Colby Hafner
- (310) 965-8836
The 30-second brief
The City of Gardena invites bids for the GTrans EV Charger Installation Project, IFB No. 2026-01. The work involves the installation of seven DCFC Power Cabinets and fourteen DCFC Dispensers, with material furnished by the City, along with one AC disconnect NEMA 3R, a network switch enclosure, structural pads, sawcutting, trenching, conduit, backfill, concrete patching, wire installation, termination, testing, and charger commissioning. The engineer's estimate is $445,593.00 with a contract completion time of 50 working days. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 AM PST on October 27, 2026, at the City Clerk's office, with questions due by October 14, 2026. Contractors must possess an active Class C-10 and/or Class A license and comply with California prevailing wage laws and federal Davis-Bacon requirements.
Seven (7) DCFC Power Cabinets; fourteen (14) DCFC Dispensers; one (1) AC disconnect NEMA 3R; one (1) network switch enclosure; Structural Pads for Level 3 Power Cabinets and Dispensers; sawcut, Trench, Conduit, Backfill, And patch concrete sections; wire installation, Termination and testing; charger commissioning; project administration and management
Lowest responsive responsible bidder
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Summary
The City of Gardena invites bids for the GTrans EV Charger Installation Project, IFB No. 2026-01.
The work involves the installation of seven DCFC Power Cabinets and fourteen DCFC Dispensers, with material furnished by the City, along with one AC disconnect NEMA 3R, a network switch enclosure, structural pads, sawcutting, trenching, conduit, backfill, concrete patching, wire installation, termination, testing, and charger commissioning. The engineer's estimate is $445,593.00 with a contract completion time of 50 working days. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 AM PST on October 27, 2026, at the City Clerk's office, with questions due by October 14, 2026. Contractors must possess an active Class C-10 and/or Class A license and comply with California prevailing wage laws and federal Davis-Bacon requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Seven (7) DCFC Power Cabinets
- Fourteen (14) DCFC Dispensers
- One (1) AC disconnect NEMA 3R
- One (1) network switch enclosure
- Structural Pads for Level 3 Power Cabinets and Dispensers
- Sawcut, Trench, Conduit, Backfill, And patch concrete sections
- Wire installation, Termination and testing
- Charger commissioning
- Project administration and management
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
proposal, cash deposit or certified or cashier's check or bidder's bond (not less than 10 percent of total bid)
- Submit to
- Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 1700 W. 162nd Street, Gardena, California
- Scope location
- Gardena, CA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Gardena?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 1700 W. 162nd Street, Gardena, California. For questions, contact Colby Hafner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Gardena in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Colby Hafner at (310) 965-8836. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Seven (7) DCFC Power Cabinets; fourteen (14) DCFC Dispensers; one (1) AC disconnect NEMA 3R; one (1) network switch enclosure; Structural Pads for Level 3 Power Cabinets and Dispensers; sawcut, Trench, Conduit, Backfill, And patch concrete sections; wire installation, Termination and testing; charge. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Gardena?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Gardena are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Gardena regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: proposal, cash deposit or certified or cashier's check or bidder's bond (not less than 10 percent of total bid). Review the full document from City of Gardena for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gardena, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.