Orange County Transportation Authority - Big Bus Parts - Misc - 2026
Orange County Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · Orange, CA- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Orlanda Higginbotham
- (714) 560-5511
The 30-second brief
The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is soliciting bids for big bus parts and misc goods. Bidders must be the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), authorized dealer, approved reseller, subcontractor, or authorized agent. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder with available inventory and may be split between bidders based on overall benefit, with best warranty terms influencing results. Bidders must state the manufacturer's name and complete the warranty section including start of warranty checkbox, best price, and lead time. Freight and delivery costs must be included in the bidder's price. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026.
Price, warranty terms
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Summary
The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is soliciting bids for big bus parts and misc goods.
Bidders must be the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), authorized dealer, approved reseller, subcontractor, or authorized agent. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder with available inventory and may be split between bidders based on overall benefit, with best warranty terms influencing results. Bidders must state the manufacturer's name and complete the warranty section including start of warranty checkbox, best price, and lead time. Freight and delivery costs must be included in the bidder's price. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, warranty terms
- Submit to
- 600 S. Main Street, Orange, CA, 92863
- Scope location
- Orange, CA
Questions about this BID
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 October 28, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 600 S. Main Street, Orange, CA, 92863. For questions, contact Orlanda Higginbotham.
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.
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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, warranty terms" 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.
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.