Semi-Tractors with Trailers (5) and Articulated-Bus Trailer (1)

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority is requesting bids for five semi-tractors with traveling axle type bus transport trailers and one articulated-bus transport trailer under IFB DR144532, with bids due September 29, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. and a pre-bid conference on September 8, 2026.

No SBE/DVBE subcontracting goal was established for this procurement; however, bidders are expected to provide maximum opportunities to Small Business Enterprise and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise firms when subcontracting opportunities are identified. All required certification forms—including ethics declarations, general certifications, compliance with 49 CFR Part 655 regarding alcohol and drug prevention, noncollusion affidavits, and Form 5 (Bidders List)—must be submitted with the bid. Prevailing wage requirements under 29 CFR 5.5 apply to this contract.

The semi-tractors must be Class 8, CNG-powered day cab models with minimum 450 horsepower, 52,000 lb Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, and 110,000 lb Gross Combination Weight Rating, equipped with Cummins X15N natural gas engines or approved equals and capable of towing Landoll 440, Landoll 455, or approved equal trailers with 50,000 lb minimum payload capacity. The articulated-bus transport trailer must be a hydraulic detachable gooseneck, extendable lowboy model with minimum 70,000 lb payload capacity, 100,000 lb Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, 52 feet usable deck length, and three rear axles rated at minimum 25,000 pounds GAWR. All equipment must be new, latest factory model year, and comply with EPA Tier 4, California Air Resources Board, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requirements. Delivery is required within 300 days from the contract effective date to LACMTA's Division 10 facility at 742 North Mission Road, Los Angeles, California 90033. All vehicles must include comprehensive warranty coverage with zero deductible through local dealerships within 60 miles of Los Angeles, operator and maintenance training by OEM-authorized instructors within 30 days of acceptance, and complete technical documentation.

Contract award will be made on a firm fixed price basis to the lowest-priced responsive and responsible bidder. Pre-qualification is required for bids exceeding $500,000. Written questions are due September 11, 2026, with responses provided by September 18, 2026. The contract includes zero option periods and is funded with state and local funds subject to fiscal year funding availability. Final completion is no later than December 13, 2027. Payment terms are Net 30, with separate invoices required for each piece of equipment including VIN or serial numbers.