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Title
Approval to Release Request for Proposals for the Procurement of 40-Foot Compressed Natural Gas-Powered Buses
Overview
The Orange County Transportation Authority operates a fleet of 462, 40-foot compressed natural gas-powered buses to provide fixed-route service. Based on the Orange County Transportation Authority’s Fleet Plan, these vehicles will operate in fixed-route service for up to 18 years. A sub-fleet of 299 buses is nearing the end of its useful life and a request for proposals has been developed to purchase replacement buses. Staff is seeking Board of Directors’ approval to release the request for proposals.
Recommendation(s)
A. Approve the proposed evaluation criteria and weightings for Request for Proposals 9-1836 for the procurement of up to 299, 40-foot compressed natural gas-powered buses.
B. Approve the release of Request for Proposals 9-1836 for the procurement of up to 299, 40-foot compressed natural gas-powered buses.