C26910005- JG Bus Transportation- Santa Barbara

The California Department of Parks and Recreation, Channel Coast District, is soliciting bids for bus transportation services to support the Santa Barbara Jr. Lifeguard program for the 2027 summer season. The contract covers a total of 34 service days from June 14, 2027, through July 31, 2027, with daily weekday operations from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, excluding holidays. The selected contractor will provide all necessary labor, materials, and equipment to transport participants between six designated pick-up and drop-off locations across West and East County routes and the primary program site at Refugio State Beach, as well as four scheduled field trip days to other locations including El Capitan and Gaviota State Beaches. Awarding will be based on the Low Price Method, considering the lowest responsive and responsible bid. Evaluation includes specific incentives for certified Small Businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises, with a combined incentive cap of 100,000 dollars. Bidders must submit required documentation, including the Service Bid Form, DVBE and Small Business declarations, and Darfur Contracting Act certification, by October 29, 2026. The contractor is required to maintain commercial general liability insurance and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and various state nondiscrimination and drug-free workplace requirements. Invoices are to be submitted monthly in arrears to the Ventura office.