Appendix_A_Purchasing_Required_Forms 2026.pdf

Appendix A is a purchasing required forms document for the State of California's procurement of a hybrid minivan vehicle under Request for Bid (RFB) number IS-26200832, designated as contract 7696. The solicitation seeks one three-passenger minivan hybrid vehicle meeting specific technical and operational requirements established by the state. The solicitation was posted on April 13, 2026, with a bid submission deadline of April 28, 2026, providing a fifteen-day response window for prospective vendors. All bidders must submit mandatory documentation outlined in Appendix A, including bid submission forms, vendor certification requirements, insurance and bonding specifications, and vehicle compliance documentation.

This procurement includes a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) designation requirement, restricting participation to vendors meeting California's certified business enterprise program criteria for minority and women business enterprise status. All prospective bidders must complete and submit the CBE Form (Exhibit 6) to demonstrate certification eligibility and status. The evaluation criteria are based on compliance with technical specifications for the hybrid propulsion system, fuel efficiency targets, seating capacity, cargo dimensions, and applicable federal and state automotive regulations, along with vendor qualifications and adherence to established purchasing requirements. Successful award will obligate the selected vendor to deliver a hybrid minivan vehicle that fully complies with California's specifications and operational standards.