Attachment A - Scope of Work

To Provide Bus Line Inspection and Post-Delivery Buy America Audit Services at the Gillig Corporation for the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority

Bus Line Inspection Services

LAVTA seeks a qualified firm (“Vendor”) to provide Bus Line Inspection and Post-Delivery Buy America Audit Services in connection with a purchase order LAVTA has issued to Gillig Corporation for the manufacture and delivery of Eight (8) low-floor, hybrid BRT-style buses, consisting of Four (4) 35’ buses (Serial Numbers 205126–205129) and Four (4) 40’ buses (Serial Numbers 205130–205133).

Assembly of the buses will take place at Gillig’s manufacturing facility in Livermore, California.

Production of all eight buses is scheduled to begin on December 16, 2026, with a tentative completion date of January 15, 2027. The 35’ and 40’ units may be built concurrently or in sequence per Gillig’s production schedule, and the Vendor is expected to maintain on-site coverage for both bus lengths throughout the build.

LAVTA is requesting the Vendor selected have an inspector on-site at Gillig’s manufacturing facility throughout the entire project to ensure compliance with technical specifications and quality standards.

The Vendor must provide LAVTA with all necessary FTA documentation required under 49 U.S.C. § 5323(m) and 49 CFR Part 663, including detailed inspection records and a post-delivery Buy America audit report.

LAVTA is seeking inspection services to:

• Ensure each bus manufactured conforms to LAVTA’s technical specifications, industry standards, Gillig’s quality standards, and compliance with all federal regulations;

• Ensure each bus is built to the highest level of reliability and maintainability;

• Ensure each bus is in full compliance with all FTA regulations stated in 49 CFR 663.37 and Buy America requirements as outlined in 49 CFR 661;

• Represent LAVTA by providing an experienced bus production line inspection team to be on-site during the manufacturing process, covering both the 35’ and 40’ bus builds;

• Ensure each bus is as free of defects as possible when delivered to LAVTA;

• Ensure all aspects required by FTA 49 CFR 663.37 and Buy America requirements are met;

• Provide, at a minimum, weekly written reports detailing inspection activities, status of each bus, photos, charts, and spreadsheets as appropriate;

• Ensure any changes made after the contract award are followed by Gillig during the build;

• Visually verify the use of looms and proper clamps, especially through the frame and body. Each wire should be protected from abrasion as well as sharp edges; and

• Visually verify the adhesion, type, and thickness of the corrosion protection in order to provide maximum protection.

Uniformity of Component Installations

The Vendor must ensure care is taken with respect to the alignment, vibration isolations, and proper support of various components.

The Vendor will perform the following tasks:

Task 1: Project Kickoff

Immediately after receiving a written notice to proceed, the Vendor’s Project Manager will contact LAVTA and receive the following information for use in the construction of the inspection records, any pre-inspection meeting(s), and assignment of inspection activities:

• Approved equals

• Technical specifications for both the 35’ and 40’ bus configurations

• Pre-Award Buy America Audit Report

• Any other information related to this procurement

In addition, the inspection forms to be used in the project shall be customized to meet LAVTA’s requirements and standards and shall account for the option-level differences between the 35’ and 40’ configurations, such as the seating package, video surveillance system, and ITS/CAD-AVL system noted in LAVTA’s approved price summaries.

Task 2: Pre-production Off-line Activities

Prior to the start of production, the Vendor shall review and become familiar with LAVTA’s technical specifications, including the specifications and pricing variance documentation for both the 35’ and 40’ models, and shall discuss technical specifications with LAVTA to determine if the planned in-plant quality assurance activities need to be revised to reflect changes in the production process or to respond to particular concerns expressed by LAVTA.

Task 3: Production Line Monitoring and Inspection

Prior to the scheduled start of production, the Vendor’s inspector will inspect the major components such as the chassis and verify that they comply with the specifications. Once production has started, each vehicle, whether 35’ or 40’, will be inspected at critical points during the manufacturing process.

Production Inspection Points

• Verification of welding of sub-assemblies as meeting quality standards

• Inspection of critical build-up of sub-assemblies and modular sections prior to joining into larger coach modules

• Identifying and causing repair of hydraulic, compressed air, air conditioning, refrigerant, and fluid leaks

• Verification of torque on critical bolts and fasteners

• Verification of routing of wiring and protection from chafing, abrasion, and sharp edges

• Verification of the integrity of circuit terminals in both application and installation

• Verification of uniformity of component installations, alignment, and support structures

• Verification of alignment of access doors and hinges, floor covering, ducting, interior and exterior panels, moldings, and seat supports

• Verification of proper grade bolts, appropriate type, and application of blind fasteners

• Verification of proper thickness, type, and adhesion of undercoating, sealants, interior as well as exterior paint, and primers

• Verification of proper materials, routing, stress relief, and support of rigid and flexible lines for power steering, transmission, pressure and temperature sensors, coolant, brakes, wheelchair lift primary connections, and manual override systems

• Verification of the proper installation and function of heating and air conditioning piping, sensors, compressor support, and vibration isolation

• Verification of front suspension alignment checks

• With respect to junction and component boxes, verification of proper location, labeling, and integrity of junction boxes for electrical components

• Verification of proper integration of drive train components and supporting electrical, hydraulic, air, and fluid systems

• Verification of the proper installation, alignment and operation of the wheelchair lift/ramp

• Verification of rattle-free installation of barriers and panels

• Verification of easy access to components mounted behind the paneling

• Verification of type and arrangement of passenger seating including wheelchair positions and tie-downs

• Verification of all interior doors for appearance, fit, and function, panels for door operating mechanisms, and that other doors open with or without special tools as specified

• Verification of mounting, clearance, presence, and location of specified stanchions and handholds

Gillig’s quality assurance department shall be presented with copies of comments regarding discrepancies noted by the Vendor’s inspector. Vendor’s inspector will work closely with Gillig and LAVTA to assist in resolving open items.

The Vendor shall have an inspector present throughout the manufacturing process and shall conduct a complete final inspection of each unit as required by 49 CFR 663.37(a). The inspector will monitor the use of materials and components to ensure compliance with the findings of the Pre-Award Buy America audit. The inspector will also visually verify that the construction and operation comply with the technical specifications as required by 49 CFR 663.35(b) and 49 CFR 663.37(a)(2), respectively. Daily logs will be maintained and provided to LAVTA showing these activities.

Task 4: Pre-Delivery Testing

The Vendor shall conduct several visual and measured inspections in every area of each bus, including the undercarriage, engine compartment, interior, and exterior, along with functional tests such as:

• Water Testing for a minimum of 10 consecutive minutes

• HVAC Test

• Wheelchair ramp/lift function test

• Random paint-pull test

At this time, a configuration audit will be performed. The configuration audit shall verify that each bus manufactured meets the detailed specifications applicable to its length (35’ or 40’) as required by LAVTA.

In addition, a final checklist on each bus shall verify the use of materials and components identified in the Buy America audit. In accordance with the procedures published by the FTA, a record of these tests will be maintained. Specific elements of the final inspection procedures for LAVTA will include:

Interior

• Driver Controls: Verification of accessibility and function of all switches, controls, ankle motion, grouping of non-OEM controls, identification of prime controls, and door control function.

• Instrumentation: Verification of location, function and readability of instruments and indicators with the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position.

• Interior Trim General Requirements: Verification of absence of inaccessible maintenance areas, protuberances, and sharp or abrasive edges.

• Trim Panels: Verification of trim materials, surfaces, carpeting, or panels of textured stainless steel or anodized aluminum, or plastic as specified; verification that painted areas are free of dirt, runs, and orange peel.

• Exit Signal: If specified, verification of presence and function of chimes, switch tapes located near interior lighting fixtures with a driver-controlled bypass switch.

• Inside Mirrors: Verification of presence and adjustability of inside mirrors and that placement does not obscure right outside mirror.

• Radio/ITS System: Verification of space for the ITS/CAD-AVL and radio equipment, and verification of the presence of specified, protected leads as applicable.

• Windows: Verification that all windows are distortion-free and contain no scratches, verification of proper opening and closing functions and proper weather sealing, and verification of proper emergency release function.

• Destination Signs: Verification of specified signs, decals, and instruction plates, and verification of presence and function of destination signs on the front, curbside, and rear of the coach.

• Wheelchair Ramp: Verification of accessibility and function of all switches, controls, cycle counters, and safety sensors; verification of level and angles of the ramp, handrails, and barriers;

verification of weight requirements of the ramp; and smooth operation of the ramp in compliance with ADA standards and regulations.

Exterior

• Body: Inspect for fit and sealing, lack of distortion and strain points at fasteners, proper sealing, and overall finish.

• Rain Gutters: Verification of installation of rain gutters over the passenger windows and doors;

inspection for dams or obstructions in gutters.

• Doors: Inspection of door installation for fit and sealing, check for proper closure and tightness, check for safety control, proper wiring, and line routing.

• Exterior Lighting: Verification of type and function of headlights, marker lamps, turn signal lights, and curb area lighting.

• Outside Mirrors: Verification of specified mirrors and rear field of vision.

• Exhaust Locations: Verification of specified exhaust pipe routing and installation of proper discharge and absence of leakage.

• Bumper Material: Verification of manufacturer, specified color, and material.

• Batteries: Verification of rating of batteries and correct positioning and securements.

Engine Compartment

• Inspect engine and transmission cradle including all sub-component installation; check for improper line or wire routing; inspect for leaks and possible long-term problem situations.

• Listen for abnormal noises; check for harmonic vibrations in lines, which may require added line support, if found.

• Inspect manufacturer modifications for design and installation integrity and possible warranty conflicts.

Road Test

As part of the final inspection phase, the inspector shall witness the road test, riding each bus and checking for abnormal power train noises and interior rattles as well as observing for proper shift points, acceleration and braking performance, ride quality, and appropriate functioning of other systems.

Task 5: Release for Delivery

The Vendor shall continually monitor production and initiate corrective action for any defects found. The Vendor shall maintain correspondence with appropriate Gillig personnel and maintain discrepancy reports. Prior to the release of each bus, the inspector will verify that any noted defects have been corrected. If not, the Vendor shall obtain LAVTA’s permission to accept the bus with the discrepancy.

Task 6: Post Delivery Audit

Upon completion of the inspections and delivery of the buses, the Vendor will issue a Post Delivery Report to LAVTA stating that the vehicles comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 663. The report will contain a copy of Gillig’s self-certification of compliance to FMVSS standards and a Post-Delivery Buy America checklist for each of the eight vehicles. As required by the FTA, the inspector shall physically and visually verify each of the components listed on the Buy America component list are actually installed in each bus.

The Post Delivery Report will also contain a copy of a configuration audit. The Vendor’s inspector shall confirm that the buses were built in compliance with LAVTA’s technical specifications as amended through the Requests for Approved Equals process, and that the components identified are actually installed, including the option-level differences noted between the 35’ and 40’ configurations. A copy of this configuration audit will be provided upon project completion, as well as all inspector notes of communication completed throughout production.

Vendor will provide a copy of the weekly reports in order to verify that inspectors were present during the manufacturing process. This report will meet the Post Delivery audit requirements of 49 CFR Part 663.

Project Deliverables

Throughout the project, LAVTA will receive continuous communication via website, email, and/or telephone, as well as final project documentation upon completion of the inspections. Below is a bulleted list of the deliverables to be received by LAVTA:

• Weekly/Daily reporting via the website, email, and/or telephone as agreed upon during the kick-off meeting

• FTA Required Post-Delivery Buy America Audit, including:

◦ Post-delivery certifications

◦ FMVSS certification

◦ Configuration audit

◦ Post-delivery Buy America audit checklists

• Copies of weekly inspection communication reports

• Inspection booklets (“Blue Books”), including:

◦ Inspection forms

◦ Defect sheets

Quote for Service

Prospective Vendors shall provide a quote for a fixed fee per bus, broken out by bus length (35’ and 40’) if pricing differs. This price must be inclusive of all labor, expenses, and overheads, and will be invoiced upon project completion. LAVTA WILL NOT be invoiced for any additional expenses, including travel or labor. The proposed fee shall be based upon the scope of work outlined above.

Serial # PM Length Model Mode QTY Scheduled Start Day

205126 TBD 35 BRT Low Floor Hybrid 1 12/23/2026

205127 TBD 35 BRT Low Floor Hybrid 1 12/29/2026

205128 TBD 35 BRT Low Floor Hybrid 1 12/30/2026

205129 TBD 35 BRT Low Floor Hybrid 1 12/31/2026

205130 TBD 40 BRT Low Floor Hybrid 1 12/16/2026

205131 TBD 40 BRT Low Floor Hybrid 1 12/17/2026

205132 TBD 40 BRT Low Floor Hybrid 1 12/21/2026

205133 TBD 40 BRT Low Floor Hybrid 1 12/22/2026

Quotes must be submitted by email to Salomon Abdel-Aziz, Manager of Administrative Services, at Procurements@lavta.org no later than 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time on Friday, October 16, 2026. Quotes received after this deadline may not be considered.