RFQ_250454_Email_Correspondence_Safety_Specs.pdf

This file consists of email correspondence regarding a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for bulk antifreeze issued by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) in California. The email exchange between Erik Earnest and Senior Buyer Carolyn Baltazar documents a safety level classification discussion for the antifreeze procurement, with Erik confirming that the delivery constitutes a Level 2 safety classification. The RFQ invites qualified firms to submit quotes for bulk antifreeze with a contract budget of $92,000.00 for an initial two-year term. Written questions or clarifications must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on August 21, 2026, with OCTA providing written responses via addendum by August 25, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible firm on a lump sum basis.

Firms must bid on all line items in Exhibit B (Price Summary Sheet) to be considered responsive for award. All firms certifying that they are not subject to Ukraine/Russia-related economic sanctions as imposed by the State of California or United States Government are eligible to submit quotes. The successful firm must comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity Laws and Regulations. Award may be made without further discussion, and firms should note that an award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder without requirement for additional negotiation.