Upcoming Procurement: Chaboya Yard Zero-Emission Bus (ZEB) Charging Infrastructure Project

Announcement: The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) intends to procure the Chaboya Yard Zero-Emission Bus (ZEB) Charging Infrastructure Project using the Construction Manager/General Contractor (CMGC) project delivery method. Under this approach, VTA will select a qualified, California-licensed General Contractor to work collaboratively with VTA’s retained design consultant (“Designer”) and provide pre-construction services during the development of the Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E). Following completion of the pre-construction phase, and subject to the terms and conditions of the procurement and satisfaction of all applicable requirements, the selected contractor will have the opportunity, if successful, to perform the construction phase of the Project. The Project is currently at the 35% Preliminary Design stage, with selected components advancing to the 65% PS&E level. A copy of the preliminary design documents is attached for your reference. VTA is currently preparing the procurement documents for this CMGC project. Interested firms should monitor VTA’s procurement channels for future announcements and solicitation opportunities. Additional information regarding the procurement process is expected to become available in the coming weeks.