TEC Modernization Addition

AC Transit is soliciting contractors for the TEC Modernization Addition project located at 20234 Mack Street, Hayward, California. This procurement involves the renovation and expansion of an existing Training and Education Center currently used for bus operator and mechanic training, with the ultimate goal of converting operations to support a zero-emission bus fleet. The project scope includes adding 1,164 square feet of second floor area within the existing building envelope and constructing a new 1,350 square foot addition outside the building. Key deliverables include upgrading bus bays to hydrogen-safe specifications to enable servicing of fuel cell buses, installing a new mezzanine level that connects to the extended second floor, adding canopy coverage, replacing paving at main entrances, and reconfiguring interior spaces including the lobby, offices, and classrooms. The posting was released on May 19, 2026, with a proposal submission deadline of July 22, 2026. Interested parties should review the complete solicitation documents for detailed specifications, evaluation criteria, and any required qualifications for contractors undertaking this modernization effort.

The solicitation involves jurisdictions at both the county and municipal levels, specifically Alameda County and the City of Hayward in California. While the available information does not detail specific set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, incumbent vendor information, or exact award values and budget ranges, prospective bidders should consult the full solicitation documents for complete details regarding any small business, women-owned business, or minority-owned business enterprise provisions that may apply. Contractors should be prepared to demonstrate experience with transit facility modernization, zero-emission vehicle infrastructure, and renovation projects involving hydrogen-safe facility modifications. The successful contractor will need to integrate with existing building systems and coordinate work within an operational training facility environment.