Merced County Association of Governments Civicplus #RFP20260630TJPAMC

Merced County Transit Operations and Bus Fleet Maintenance Services Procurement

The Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County (TJPAMC) is seeking a qualified provider to manage and operate public transit services and maintain its bus fleet. - Government Buyer: - Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County (TJPAMC) - Scope of Work: - Comprehensive operation of fixed-route, paratransit, and microtransit services - Maintenance of a fleet of approximately 72 buses - Includes all personnel, maintenance, and operational costs - Contract Details: - Firm fixed price contract - Initial term of five years, with two optional one-year extensions - Compliance and Requirements: - Must comply with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations and certifications - Requirements for equal employment opportunity, drug and alcohol policy compliance, and cash handling protocols - Liquidated damages provisions - Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) are encouraged to participate (0% DBE goal) - Mandatory pre-proposal meeting required for all proposers - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable: The contract covers both operations and maintenance for a diverse transit fleet, requiring broad expertise in transit service delivery and vehicle upkeep

Description

The Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County (TJPAMC) is seeking proposals from qualified proposers to provide transit service operations and bus maintenance. The project is funded in part by the Federal Transit Administration and involves all work necessary to operate transit services and maintain buses. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled, and proposals must be complete and received by the specified deadline. The solicitation encourages participation from Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) with a DBE goal of 0%.

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