RFQ_250422_Email_Correspondence_Title_of_procument.pdf

This is an email correspondence file documenting internal communication at the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) regarding the finalization of Request for Quotes (RFQ) 250422 for OC Access Service Coupon Books. The procurement seeks qualified firms to provide OC Access service coupon books on an as-needed basis with no guaranteed usage. The solicitation specifies a four-year contract term with a total budget of $40,000.00. Written questions or clarifications from interested firms must be submitted no later than 2:00 PM on June 29th, 2026, with OCTA providing written responses via addendum by July 1st, 2026. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible firm on a lump sum basis, and firms should be aware that an award may be made without further discussion.

The procurement carries a $40,000.00 budget for the four-year term. All submitting firms must certify compliance with Ukraine/Russia-related economic sanctions imposed by the State of California and the United States Government, including Presidential Executive Order Nos. 13660, 13661, 13662, 13685, and 14065, with any sanctioned entities being ineligible to submit quotes. The successful firm will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity Laws and Regulations. The RFQ incorporates by reference Exhibit E, entitled "Orange County Transportation Authority General Provisions," which establishes the terms and conditions governing the procurement.