City of Los Angeles Harbor Department - CNG Tank Inspections and Certifications for Vehicles - Bid No. 13168 (2026)
The Port of Los AngelesPublic Authority · San Pedro, CA- Due
- Sep 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Leticia Caldera
- (310) 732-3890
The 30-second brief
The City of Los Angeles Harbor Department seeks bids for annual inspection and certification services for compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicle tanks. The scope of work covers vehicle models including Ford F-150, GMC 2500, Honda Civic, Freightliner FL-70, Ford E-350, and International DF597. The contractor will perform tank checks, provide incidental repairs, labor, parts and materials, and issue compliance certificates. The estimated annual expenditure is $24,000 under a one-year contract with potential renewal options. Submissions are due by September 3, 2026, at the Port of Los Angeles Purchasing Office.
Inspection and Certification; Incidental Repair Labor; Parts and Materials
Price, Delivery Time, Small Local Business preference
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Summary
The City of Los Angeles Harbor Department seeks bids for annual inspection and certification services for compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicle tanks.
The scope of work covers vehicle models including Ford F-150, GMC 2500, Honda Civic, Freightliner FL-70, Ford E-350, and International DF597. The contractor will perform tank checks, provide incidental repairs, labor, parts and materials, and issue compliance certificates. The estimated annual expenditure is $24,000 under a one-year contract with potential renewal options. Submissions are due by September 3, 2026, at the Port of Los Angeles Purchasing Office.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Delivery Time
- Small Local Business preference
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Inspection and Certification
- Incidental Repair Labor
- Parts and Materials
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- W-9 Form
- Business Tax Registration Certificate
- Proof of Insurance
- Letter of Certification
- CSA Group accreditation
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Submit to
- Port of Los Angeles Contracts & Purchasing Division, 500 Pier "A" Street, Wilmington, California 90744
- Scope location
- Wilmington, CA
- Reported agency
- City of Los Angeles
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from The Port of Los Angeles?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 3, 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: Port of Los Angeles Contracts & Purchasing Division, 500 Pier "A" Street, Wilmington, California 90744. For questions, contact Leticia Caldera.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including The Port of Los Angeles 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 Bid 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 Leticia Caldera at (310) 732-3890. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Inspection and Certification; Incidental Repair Labor; Parts and Materials. 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: "Price, Delivery Time, Small Local Business preference" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from The Port of Los Angeles?
All active and historical solicitations from The Port of Los Angeles are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, The Port of Los Angeles regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: W-9 Form, Business Tax Registration Certificate, Proof of Insurance, Letter of Certification, CSA Group accreditation, Non-Collusion Declaration. Review the full document from The Port of Los Angeles for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wilmington, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.