Hydrogen Mobile Fuelers for 40-Foot Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses

The Orange County Transportation Authority is soliciting proposals under Agreement No. 260461 to procure two interim hydrogen mobile fueling stations for 40-foot hydrogen fuel cell buses. This initiative supports the transition to a zero-emission fleet by 2040 and addresses a critical infrastructure gap following the expiration of a previous fueling contract. The initial contract term runs through January 31, 2027, with the Authority holding the unilateral right to extend the agreement for two additional 12-month options. The estimated cost for these services is 6,779,429 dollars, with payments based on time and expense using firm-fixed rates. The contractor must adhere to strict operational and compliance standards, including Level 2 Safety Specifications and the California Political Reform Act, which may require the filing of Form 700 disclosures. Key personnel must be approved by the Authority, and any replacements require a seven-day notice period. The contract includes significant financial protections for the Authority, such as a maximum cumulative payment cap and liquidated damages of 250 dollars per day per bus for failure to provide fueling services, capped at 15 buses per base. Additionally, the contractor is required to maintain high insurance limits, including 5 million dollars for Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Professional Liability.