SLED Opportunity · CALIFORNIA · GOLD COAST TRANSIT
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Gold Coast Transit District seeks proposals to supply 100% of its natural gas needs for its Oxnard facility, focusing on reliable, cost-effective fuel supply for its CNG bus fleet and paratransit vehicles. The RFP includes detailed requirements and evaluation criteria, with proposals due by August 5, 2026.
Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD) is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to supply 100% of GCTD’s natural gas requirements to GCTD’s Oxnard facility on a firm, non-interruptible basis.
GCTD provides public fixed-route and paratransit service in the cities of Ojai, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Ventura and the unincorporated areas of Ventura County. With nearly 4 million passenger trips provided each year, GCTD is the largest public transportation operator in Ventura County.
GCTD directly operates and maintains a fleet of 61 CNG buses from its facility at 1901 Auto Center Drive in Oxnard, CA. This facility also fuels a fleet of 28 vans/cutaways used by GCTD’s ACCESS paratransit service for people with disabilities and seniors. GCTD currently fuels buses on a daily basis, typically between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. No fueling is performed during high peak rate (currently 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm). ACCESS vehicles fuel throughout the day.
In addition, the City of Oxnard and City of Port Hueneme fuel their refuse trucks, which are approximately 22 trucks. Fueling every other day.
Historically, GCTD has purchased its natural gas requirements through a bundled Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) supply agreement, but due to changes to regulations related to book-and-claim accounting for RNG supply, GCTD will decouple its procurement of natural gas supply from the procurement of RNG. Beginning in September 2026, GCTD will participate in SPURR’s LCFS program to provide RNG supply (through a book-and-claim process) and monetize LFCS and RIN credits associated with the fueling of GCTD’s fleet.
Through this RFP, GCTD’s goal is to reduce its energy costs and increase budget stability while maintaining the highest possible degree of reliability in its natural gas supply to ensure that buses can be fueled and operated every day of the year.
Currently, GCTD’s facility receives natural gas through two (2) gas meters. One of the meters supplies natural gas to the Administration/Operations, Maintenance, Fuel, and Wash buildings for heating and other industrial uses and the other meter supplies natural gas to GCTD’s CNG fueling station.
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The undersigned [Contractor] certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for making lobbying contacts to an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form--LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions [as amended by "Government wide Guidance for New Restrictions on Lobbying," 61 Fed. Reg. 1413 (1/19/96). Note: Language in paragraph (2) herein has been modified in accordance with Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (P.L. 104-65, to be codified at 2 U.S.C. 1601, et seq .)]
(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by 31, U.S.C. § 1352 (as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995). Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
[Note: Pursuant to 31 U.S.C. § 1352(c)(1)-(2)(A), any person who makes a prohibited expenditure or fails to file or amend a required certification or disclosure form shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such expenditure or failure.]
The Contractor, submitting this response, certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of each statement of its certification and disclosure, if any. In addition, the Contractor understands and agrees that the provisions of 31 U.S.C. A 3801, et seq., apply to this certification and disclosure, if any.
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The undersigned, as "Contractor," guarantees to Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD) that the materials furnished, the completed installation work, and the related work performed by the Contractor in accordance with the resulting contract awarded pursuant to Request for Proposal (RFP) or Invitation for Bid (IFB) herein.
A. For a period of one (1) year from the date of completion, as evidenced by the date of final acceptance of the work by GCTD, the Contractor warrants to GCTD that work performed and materials furnished under this Contract conforms to the Contract requirements and shall be free from any defect in design, material or workmanship performed by the Contractor or its subcontractors or suppliers.
B. Under this guaranty, the Contractor shall remedy at its own expense any such failure to conform or any such defect.
C. Nothing in the above intends or implies that this warranty shall apply to work, which has been abused or neglected by GCTD.
D. This guaranty shall be in addition to the other guarantees and warranties, if any, specified elsewhere in the Agreement and shall be enforceable concurrently with, or in lieu of, said other guarantees.
Should any of the materials or equipment prove defective or should the work as a whole prove defective, due to faulty workmanship, material furnished or methods of installation, or should the work or any part thereof fail to operate properly as originally intended and in accordance with the plans and specifications, due to any of the above causes during the period specified above, the undersigned agrees to reimburse GCTD, upon demand, for its expenses incurred in restoring any such equipment or materials replaced and the cost of removing and replacing any other work without cost to GCTD so that said work will function correctly as originally contemplated.
GCTD shall have the unqualified option to make any needed replacements or repairs itself or to have such replacements or repairs done by the undersigned. In the event GCTD elects to have said work performed by the undersigned, the undersigned agrees that the repairs shall be made and such materials as are necessary shall be furnished and installed within a reasonable time after the receipt of demand from GCTD. If the undersigned shall fail or refuse to comply with its obligations under this guaranty, GCTD shall be entitled to all costs and expenses, including attorneys' fees, reasonably incurred by reasons of the said failure or refusal.
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
TO COMPLY WITH INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
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1. Agreement / Reference: All evidence of insurance must identify the nature of your business with Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD). Clearly show any assigned bid, contract, lease, permit, etc., or give the project name or job to ensure that your submission will be properly credited. Provide the types of coverage and minimum dollar amounts, and contract terms as specified in the solicitation or contract to which this document is attached. See the provision entitled “Insurance” in Section III- REQUIREMENTS.
2. When to submit: Since no work may normally begin until the insurance submission has been approved by GCTD’s Risk and Safety Manager, your documents should be submitted as directed in the “Insurance” provision cited in paragraph 1 above. For As-needed Contracts, proof of insurance coverage need not be submitted until a specific job has been awarded. Design Professionals, proof of insurance coverage for new construction work may be submitted simultaneously with final plans and drawings, but before construction commences.
3. Acceptable Insurance Evidence and Approval: An Insurance Industry Certificate of Insurance (ACORD Certificate) containing the following stipulated provisions: Thirty (30) days’ cancellation notice, a ten (10) days’ notice for non-payment of premium AND an Additional Insured Endorsement naming Gold Coast Transit District an additional insured completed by your insurance company or its designee is the acceptable form of evidence of insurance. If the policy includes an automatic or blanket additional insured endorsement, the ACORD certificate must state that Gold Coast Transit District is covered by this endorsement. An endorsement naming Gold Coast Transit District as an additional Named Insured and Loss Payee is to be included on the Contractor’s property policy. All evidence of insurance must be authorized by a person with authority to bind coverage, whether that is the authorized agent/broker or insurance underwriter.
Additional Insured Endorsements DO NOT apply to the following:
• Indication of compliance with statute, such as Workers’ Compensation Law or California Financial Responsibility Law for Automobile Liability
• Professional Liability Insurance
4. Renewal: When an existing policy is renewed, a new Certificate of Insurance or a renewal endorsement is required. If your policy number changes, you must submit a new Additional Insured Endorsement.
5. Alternative Programs / Self-Insurance: Risk financing mechanisms such as Risk Retention Groups, Risk Purchasing Groups, Off-Shore carriers, captive insurance programs and self-insurance programs are subject to separate approval after GCTD has reviewed the relevant audited financial statements. To initiate a review of your program, submit a Declaration of Self Insurance completed by your administrator to GCTD.
6. General Liability: Insurance covering your operations (and products, where applicable) is required whenever GCTD is at risk of third-party claims which may arise out of your work or your presence or special events on GCTD’s premises. Employment Practices Liability coverage is a required coverage when the work performed involves minors. Fire Legal Liability is required for persons occupying a portion of GCTD’s premises.
7. Automobile Liability: Insurance is required only when vehicles are used in performing the work of your contract or when they are driven on GCTD’s premises; it is not required for simple commuting unless GCTD is paying mileage. However, proof in compliance with California Law requiring auto liability insurance is a contractual requirement with GCTD.
8. Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability: Insurance is not required for single-person contractors. However, under state law these coverages (or a copy of the states Consent To Self Insure) must be provided if you have any employees at any time during the period of this contract. Contractors must provide GCTD, A Waiver of Subrogation from their insurers.
A Waiver of Subrogation on the coverage is required only for jobs where your employees are working on GCTD’s premises under hazardous conditions, e.g., uneven terrain, scaffolding, caustic chemicals, toxic, materials, power tools, etc. The Waiver of Subrogation waives the insurer’s right to recover from GCTD on any workers’ compensation claim paid to an injured employee of CONTRACTOR/ CONSULTANT.
9. Errors and Omission: Coverage will be specified on a project-by-project basis if you are working as a licensed or other professional. The length of the claims discovery period required will vary with circumstances of the individual job.
10. Property Insurance: Is required for persons having exclusive use of premises or equipment owned or controlled by GCTD. Builder’s Risk/Course of Construction Insurance is required during construction projects and shall include building materials in transit and stored at the project site.
11. Surety: Coverage or a bond may be required to guarantee performance of the work of contractors/consultants and subcontractors as well as payment to subcontractors. A Crime Policy may be required to handle GCTD’s funds or securities, and under certain other conditions. Also Specialty Event Insurance coverage may be needed for certain operations.
Completed Insurance Industry Certificates of Insurance (ACORD Certificates) and Endorsements can be sent electronically to Buyer identified in the solicitation by including “Insurance Certificate for Contract” in the subject line. Certificates may also be faxed to the Buyer at (805) 487-3532.
Under penalty of perjury, the undersigned states that he/she is an authorized person to confirm this statement in behalf of the bidding firm or individual identified below as “Contractor” and, as such, do hereby affirm that the bid or proposal in response to the above solicitation is not made in the interest of, or on behalf of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization, or corporation; that the bid or proposal is genuine and not collusive or sham; that the Contractor has not directly or indirectly colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with another firm or anyone else to put in a sham bid, or that anyone shall refrain from bidding; that the Contractor has not in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the bid price of the Contractor or any other bidder, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost element of the bid price, or of that of any other Contractor, or to secure any advantage against the public body awarding the contract of anyone interested in the proposed contract; that all statements contained in the bid are true; and, further, that the Contractor has not, directly or indirectly, submitted his or her bid price or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulged information or date relative thereto, or paid, and will not pay, any fee to any corporation, partnership, company, association, organization, bid depository, or to any member or agent thereof to effectuate a collusive or sham bid.
This section shall be completed for each condition, exception, reservation or understanding (i.e., deviation) in the proposal according to the provision entitled “Conditions, Exceptions, Reservations or Understandings” in the Instructions to Offerors Section of the RFP.
Each request should be separately numbered and include the section and page number of the Proposed Deviation, Request.
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(Public Contract Code Section 2200 et seq.)
Note: In accordance with Public Contract Code Section 2205, false certification of this form shall be reported to the California Attorney General and may result in civil penalties equal to the greater of $250,000 or twice the Contract Price, termination of the Contract and/or ineligibility to bid on contracts for three years.
As required by California Public Contract Code Section 2204, the Contractor certifies subject to penalty for perjury that the option checked below relating to the Contractor’s status in regard to the Iran Contracting Act of 2010 (Public Contract Code Section 2200 et seq.) is true and correct:
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GCTD shall have the option, in its sole discretion, to renew the term of the contract for up to ____ additional one-year periods.
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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