YARTS Transit Service Operator, Bus Maintenance, and Bus Fuel Provider RFP 2026 - RFP20260630YARTS
Yosemite Area Regional Transportation SystemSpecial District · Merced, CA- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Jul 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Alexandra Arroyo
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SUMMARY
YARTS is seeking a contractor for transit operations, including supervision, personnel, vehicle maintenance, and fuel supply. Proposals are due October 28, 2026, with a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on August 6, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Transit vehicles
- Vehicle maintenance
- Fuel
- Submit to
- Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System c/o Merced County Association of Governments, Attn: Alexandra Arroyo, 369 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
- Scope location
- Merced, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System c/o Merced County Association of Governments, Attn: Alexandra Arroyo, 369 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. For questions, contact Alexandra Arroyo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System 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 RFP 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 Alexandra Arroyo. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 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 RFP?
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: transit vehicles, vehicle maintenance, fuel. Review the full document from Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Merced, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.