Orange County Transportation Authority - Big Bus Parts - Misc - 2026
Orange County Transportation Authority, Orange, CA·Public Authority
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- Primary Contact
- Orlanda Higginbotham · (714) 560-5511
- Scope Location
- Orange, CA
- Submission Address
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/octa/projects/285330/document?projectId=260489
SUMMARY
The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is soliciting bids for big bus parts and related goods. Bidders must be original equipment manufacturers (OEM), authorized dealers, approved resellers, subcontractors, or authorized agents. The procurement requires best price, warranty terms, and lead time, with freight and delivery costs included in the bidder's price. Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder with available inventory, and awards may be split. Bidders must provide a pass-through genuine new parts manufacturer and/or supplied parts warranty. The submission deadline is July 21, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, warranty terms, available inventory
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from Orange County Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 21, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/octa/projects/285330/document?projectId=260489. For questions, contact Orlanda Higginbotham.
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, warranty terms, available inventory" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Orange County Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Orange County Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Orange County Transportation 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. Review the full document from Orange County Transportation Authority for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Orange County Transportation 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 Orlanda Higginbotham at (714) 560-5511. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orange, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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