Regional Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority - Buy America Bus Inspection Services - IFB 2026-IFB-100 (2026)
Regional Intergovernmental Public Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · Phoenix, AZ- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 7 years
- Primary contact
- Gregg Thompson
- (503) 999-0337
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Regional Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority (Valley Metro) seeks a qualified independent inspection firm to perform Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Buy America compliance inspections, pre-award audits, resident inspection services, and post-delivery audits for heavy-duty transit bus procurements. The contract spans an up to seven years term commencing on or about November 1, 2027, covering fixed route schedules involving 60' CNG, 40' CNG, 30' CNG, and 25' cut away buses. Services include comprehensive oversight, manufacturing monitoring, pre-award audit reports, resident inspector weekly reports, first article inspections, and final acceptance inspections. Responses are due by November 4, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline of October 14, 2026. Required submissions include price schedules, offer forms, bid documents, FTA federal certifications, DBE forms, lobbying certification, debarment certification, non-collusion affidavit, responsibility questionnaire, and supporting attachments.
Pre-Award Audit Report, Resident Inspector Weekly Reports, Monthly Progress Reports, Production Status Reports, Deficiency Logs, Corrective Action Tracking Logs, First Article Inspection Report, Final Acceptance Inspection Reports, Post-Delivery Audit Report, Buy America Certification Documentation, Final Inspection Summary
Technical capability, availability of necessary manpower and equipment, safety record, offeror history of complaints and termination
SUMMARY
Regional Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority (Valley Metro) seeks a qualified independent inspection firm to perform Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Buy America compliance inspections, pre-award audits, resident inspection services, and post-delivery audits for heavy-duty transit bus procurements.
The contract spans an up to seven years term commencing on or about November 1, 2027, covering fixed route schedules involving 60' CNG, 40' CNG, 30' CNG, and 25' cut away buses. Services include comprehensive oversight, manufacturing monitoring, pre-award audit reports, resident inspector weekly reports, first article inspections, and final acceptance inspections. Responses are due by November 4, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline of October 14, 2026. Required submissions include price schedules, offer forms, bid documents, FTA federal certifications, DBE forms, lobbying certification, debarment certification, non-collusion affidavit, responsibility questionnaire, and supporting attachments.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Technical capability
- Availability of necessary manpower and equipment
- Safety record
- Offeror history of complaints and termination
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Pre-Award Audit Report
- Resident Inspector Weekly Reports
- Monthly Progress Reports
- Production Status Reports
- Deficiency Logs
- Corrective Action Tracking Logs
- First Article Inspection Report
- Final Acceptance Inspection Reports
- Post-Delivery Audit Report
- Buy America Certification Documentation
- Final Inspection Summary
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Price Schedule
- Offer Form
- Bid Submittal
- FTA Federal Certifications
- DBE Forms EO1 EO2 EO3
- Lobbying Certification
- Debarment Certification
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Responsibility Questionnaire
- Supporting Attachments
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/valleymetro
- Scope location
- Phoenix, AZ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Regional Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/valleymetro. For questions, contact Gregg Thompson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Regional Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority in AZ, 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 Gregg Thompson at (503) 999-0337. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Pre-Award Audit Report, Resident Inspector Weekly Reports, Monthly Progress Reports, Production Status Reports, Deficiency Logs, Corrective Action Tracking Logs, First Article Inspection Report, Final Acceptance Inspection Reports, Post-Delivery Audit Report, Buy America Certification Documentation,. 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: "Technical capability, availability of necessary manpower and equipment, safety record, offeror history of complaints and termination" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 7 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Price Schedule, Offer Form, Bid Submittal, FTA Federal Certifications, DBE Forms EO1 EO2 EO3, Lobbying Certification, Debarment Certification, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Responsibility Questionnaire, Su. Review the full document from Regional Intergovernmental Public 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: Phoenix, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.