Invitation For Bid #G165 – Hydraulic Bus Hoist Replacement

GOLDEN EMPIRE TRANSIT DISTRICT INGROUND HEAVY-DUTY HYDRAULIC LIFT REPLACEMENT INVITATION FOR BIDS #G165 Issued by: Golden Empire Transit District 1830 Golden State Ave Bakersfield, CA 93301 Bids must be submitted No later than 1:00 PM (PST) December 14, 2026 LATE BIDS WILL BE REJECTED There will not be a public opening for this IFB. For further information regarding Invitation for Bids #G165 Contact Chris West Via Email: cwest@getbus.org 661-869-6339 or on the Golden Empire Transit District website – www.getbus.org Issued: October 16, 2026 GOLDEN EMPIRE TRANSIT DISTRICT INGROUND HEAVY-DUTY HYDRAULIC LIFT REPLACEMENT INVITATION FOR BIDS #G165 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids are invited by the Golden Empire Transit District, a public transit district, for providing the replacement of two inground hydraulic lifts all in strict conformance with Contract Documents and Specifications there for, entitled “INGROUND HEAVY-DUTY HYDRAULIC LIFT REPLACEMENT IFB# G165” being on file in the offices of the Golden Empire Transit District at 1830 Golden State Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Each bid must be contained in a sealed envelope stating, “INGROUND BUS HYDRAULIC LIFT REPLACEMENT IFB# G165”, Attention: Chris West” and filed at the offices of the Golden Empire Transit District, 1830 Golden State Avenue, Bakersfield, California, 93301-1012 at or before 1:00 PM, December 14, 2026. Copies of the Specifications may be obtained at the office of the Golden Empire Transit District at 1830 Golden State Avenue, Bakersfield, California, the District’s website at www.getbus.org, or by emailing Chris West at cwest@getbus.org. Each bid shall be submitted on a form prepared by the Golden Empire Transit District. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) days after opening. The District will not reimburse the bidders for cost incurred in the preparation of their bids. The successful bidder shall possess all applicable and valid license(s) at the time the contract is awarded. The Contract to be entered into pursuant to this Invitation for Bids is subject to a financial assistance contract between the District and the United States Department of Transportation and/or the Federal Transit Administration. If for any reason the aforementioned financial assistance is withdrawn, then the District may withdraw this “Invitation for Bids" and/or terminate any Contract entered into in accordance with these Contract Documents and Specifications. All bidders are required to read and completely familiarize themselves with the terms and conditions of the project’s Contract Documents and Specifications and to submit all necessary paperwork required of the bidder as specified in “Part I Commercial Terms and Conditions” and “Part II General Terms and Conditions and Bid Content”. The District reserves the right to postpone bid opening, accept or reject any and all bids and to waive any informality in any bid, all as the District deems to being in its own best interests and subject to the rules and regulations issued by the Federal Transit Administration of the United States Department of Transportation. DBE PARTICIPATION: It is the policy of the Department of Transportation that DBE’s, as defined in 49 CFR, Parts 23 and 26, shall have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts financed in whole or impart with federal funds under this Agreement. A DBE goal has not been established for this project, but the Golden Empire Transit District welcomes and encourages DBE participation. GOLDEN EMPIRE TRANSIT DISTRICT INGROUND HEAVY-DUTY HYDRAULIC LIFT REPLACEMENT INVITATION FOR BIDS #G165 Table of Contents Introduction Project Scope of Work Project Location Existing Equipment Removal / Disposal Lift Requirements Certification Requirements Acceptance Testing Training Requirements Contractors Responsibilities Warranty Requirements Deliverables Safety Requirements Bid Content Procurement Timeline Contract Award Criteria Commercial Terms and Conditions Part I General Terms and Conditions Part II Required Forms Sample Agreement GOLDEN EMPIRE TRANSIT DISTRICT INGROUND HEAVY-DUTY HYDRAULIC LIFT REPLACEMENT INVITATION FOR BIDS #G165 INTRODUCTION: The Golden Empire Transit District was formed in July 1973 and is the primary public transportation provider for the Bakersfield Urbanized Area. It is the largest public transit system within a 110-mile radius and the District's boundaries include all of the area within the Bakersfield city limits as well as adjacent unincorporated areas. The area within the District's boundaries is 160 square miles. The population of the District’s service area is nearly 600,000. The District operates a fleet of (70) 40-foot compressed natural gas buses and (14) hydrogen fuel cell battery electric buses on 16 fixed routes. Additionally, the District provides paratransit and non- medical transportation with a fleet of 51 paratransit vehicles. PROJECT SCOPE OF WORK: The project consists of replacing two (2) existing Rotary MOD 30 HD in-ground hydraulic lift systems with same model or approved equal while utilizing the District’s existing underground vault infrastructure with minimal civil work. The selected Contractor shall provide a complete turnkey solution, including, but not limited to, the removal and disposal of existing lift components, furnishing and installation of new lift systems, integration and reconnection to existing 3-phase 480-volt electrical systems, system calibration, operational testing, training, and final commissioning to ensure the lifts are fully functional, safe, and ready for service. PROJECT LOCATION: Golden Empire Transit District Maintenance Building located at 1830 Golden State Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. EXISTING EQUIPMENT REMOVAL / DISPOSAL: The Contractor shall remove and dispose of all existing lift system components associated with the two existing Rotary MOD 30 HD lift systems. In accordance with the District’s sustainability commitments, all removed equipment and materials shall be recycled to the extent feasible. Contractor shall provide proof to the District of all recycled materials. LIFT REQUIREMENTS: The lift systems shall consist of two individual lifting assemblies aligned with the longitudinal axis of the vehicle, capable of lifting a minimum of 30,000 lbs. at each cylinder. Each lifting cylinder should engage the axle independently and have a minimum lifting height of 68 inches, with lift locks rated equal to the lifting ram capacity. The front lifting assembly shall be adjustable to allow variable spacing between lifting cylinders, accommodating axle lengths from 144 inches to 360 inches. The movable front post shall include a shutter plate system that moves with the carriage, keeping the trench always covered and having recessed saddle storage below floor level. The rear lifting assembly shall be fixed and have recessed saddle storage below floor level. The power unit and the hydraulic tank shall be contained within a cassette or below ground level. The lifts shall feature a pedestal-mounted control system with individual or simultaneous operation of both lifts and a remote-control pendant. The control system should feature an LCD communication display or a fault indicator light system. The lift shall utilize the District’s existing underground vault infrastructure with minimal civil work. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The proposed lift system shall meet the following certification requirements. • The lifts shall meet ISO 9000 standards. • The lift installer shall be a certified factory-authorized installer by the lift manufacturer. Installer certifications must be submitted with bid documents. • Manufacturer shall remain in good standing with the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) and comply with ANSI/ALI ALCTV, Automotive Lift Safety Standards, ALI Gold Label Certification, and ETL Certifications • All electrical apparatus shall be UL listed. ACCEPTANCE TESTING: Upon completion of ins