Santa Barbara MTD Renewable Diesel Supply RFQ 2026
Santa Barbara Metro Transit DistPublic Authority · Santa Barbara, CA- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
- Duration
- 18 months
- Primary contact
- Valerie White
- (805) 963-3364 ext 244
The 30-second brief
The Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD) is issuing this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to pre-qualify suppliers for the delivery of approximately 500,000 gallons of renewable diesel (RD99) annually. The scope includes deliveries to Terminal 1 (7,500-gallon loads to an underground tank) and potentially Terminal 2 (5,000-gallon loads to an above-ground tank). Pre-qualified vendors will be invited to participate in a subsequent Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a contract term of up to 18 months. Requirements include compliance with ASTM D 975 and CARB standards, insurance meeting MTD Master Agreement limits, and submission of various certifications including Lobbying and Non-Collusion. Qualifications are due via email by September 23, 2026, with a clarifications deadline of September 9, 2026.
Statement of Qualifications, Certificate of Insurance, Vendor Information form, Acknowledgment of Addenda form, Contract Terms Certification form, References Suppliers & Subcontractors form, Non-Collusion Declaration and Compensation Certification, Lobbying Certification
Responsiveness to provisions, Responsibility (satisfactory performance in previous contracts), Financial and technical capacity
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Summary
The Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD) is issuing this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to pre-qualify suppliers for the delivery of approximately 500,000 gallons of renewable diesel (RD99) annually.
The scope includes deliveries to Terminal 1 (7,500-gallon loads to an underground tank) and potentially Terminal 2 (5,000-gallon loads to an above-ground tank). Pre-qualified vendors will be invited to participate in a subsequent Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a contract term of up to 18 months. Requirements include compliance with ASTM D 975 and CARB standards, insurance meeting MTD Master Agreement limits, and submission of various certifications including Lobbying and Non-Collusion. Qualifications are due via email by September 23, 2026, with a clarifications deadline of September 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Responsiveness to provisions
- Responsibility (satisfactory performance in previous contracts)
- Financial and technical capacity
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Statement of Qualifications
- Certificate of Insurance
- Vendor Information form
- Acknowledgment of Addenda form
- Contract Terms Certification form
- References Suppliers & Subcontractors form
- Non-Collusion Declaration and Compensation Certification
- Lobbying Certification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Forms & Certifications
- Statement of Work
- Master Agreement
- Federal Transit Administration Contract Provisions
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Santa Barbara, CA; Goleta, CA
- Reported agency
- Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Santa Barbara Metro Transit Dist?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Valerie White.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Santa Barbara Metro Transit Dist 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 RFQ 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 Valerie White at (805) 963-3364 ext 244. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications, Certificate of Insurance, Vendor Information form, Acknowledgment of Addenda form, Contract Terms Certification form, References Suppliers & Subcontractors form, Non-Collusion Declaration and Compensation Certification, Lobbying Certification. 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: "Responsiveness to provisions, Responsibility (satisfactory performance in previous contracts), Financial and technical capacity" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Barbara Metro Transit Dist?
All active and historical solicitations from Santa Barbara Metro Transit Dist are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Santa Barbara Metro Transit Dist 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 18 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Forms & Certifications, Statement of Work, Master Agreement, Federal Transit Administration Contract Provisions. Review the full document from Santa Barbara Metro Transit Dist for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Barbara, CA; Goleta, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.