Humboldt Transit Authority - Construction of Maintenance Bay Retrofit to Support Fuel Cell Electric Buses - Project 24-01 (2026)
Humboldt Transit AuthorityPublic Authority · Eureka, CA- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Seth Beres
- (707) 433-0826
The 30-second brief
Humboldt Transit Authority seeks sealed bids for the construction of a maintenance bay retrofit to support fuel cell electric buses at its Operations and Maintenance Facility located at 133 V Street, Eureka, CA 95501. The project involves retrofitting three (3) existing maintenance bays and one (1) wash bay with a new hydrogen detection and alarm system, modifications to existing ventilation, new fire suppression, and related upgrades. The engineer's estimate is $693,127.00. Bids are due by September 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM PT. An optional pre-bid conference and walk-through will be held on September 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM PT at the corner of V and 2nd streets, Eureka, CA. Questions are due by September 9, 2026. Contractors must possess a valid State of California Class A (General Engineering), Class B (General Building), or equivalent license, and be registered with the DIR to perform public work. Prevailing wage requirements apply, along with 10% bid security and 100% performance and payment bonds.
Retrofit of three (3) existing maintenance bays and one (1) wash bay; New hydrogen detection and alarm system; Modifications to existing ventilation; New fire suppression system; Fire Alarm Control Unit (FACU) installation
Lowest responsible bidder submitting a responsive bid
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Summary
Humboldt Transit Authority seeks sealed bids for the construction of a maintenance bay retrofit to support fuel cell electric buses at its Operations and Maintenance Facility located at 133 V Street, Eureka, CA 95501.
The project involves retrofitting three (3) existing maintenance bays and one (1) wash bay with a new hydrogen detection and alarm system, modifications to existing ventilation, new fire suppression, and related upgrades. The engineer's estimate is $693,127.00. Bids are due by September 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM PT. An optional pre-bid conference and walk-through will be held on September 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM PT at the corner of V and 2nd streets, Eureka, CA. Questions are due by September 9, 2026. Contractors must possess a valid State of California Class A (General Engineering), Class B (General Building), or equivalent license, and be registered with the DIR to perform public work. Prevailing wage requirements apply, along with 10% bid security and 100% performance and payment bonds.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder submitting a responsive bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Retrofit of three (3) existing maintenance bays and one (1) wash bay
- New hydrogen detection and alarm system
- Modifications to existing ventilation
- New fire suppression system
- Fire Alarm Control Unit (FACU) installation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Bid Form
- Bidder's Security
- Proposed Subcontractor List
- Non-collusion Declaration
- Statement Acknowledging Penal and Civil Penalties Concerning Licensing Laws
- Declaration of Eligibility to Contract
- Organizational Conflict of Interest Certification
- Certification of OSHA Compliance
- Other Code Compliance
- Industrial Safety Record
- Labor Certification
- Submit to
- 133 V Street, Eureka, CA 95501
- Scope location
- Eureka, CA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Humboldt Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 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: 133 V Street, Eureka, CA 95501. For questions, contact Seth Beres.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Humboldt Transit Authority 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 Seth Beres at (707) 433-0826. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Retrofit of three (3) existing maintenance bays and one (1) wash bay; New hydrogen detection and alarm system; Modifications to existing ventilation; New fire suppression system; Fire Alarm Control Unit (FACU) installation. 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 responsible bidder submitting a responsive bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Humboldt Transit Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Humboldt Transit Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Humboldt Transit Authority 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 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: Bid Form, Bidder's Security, Proposed Subcontractor List, Non-collusion Declaration, Statement Acknowledging Penal and Civil Penalties Concerning Licensing Laws, Declaration of Eligibility to Contract. Review the full document from Humboldt Transit Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Eureka, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.