Unofficial Notice of Invitation to Bid (NIB)

Torrance City is seeking bids from qualified and interested contractors for the following project titled, Replacement of Transit Scissor Advantage Lift, identified under Solicitation ID: B2026-02. Work is to be performed near 20500 Madrona Ave, Torrance, CA 90503, USA in Los Angeles County.

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General Project Description

The City of Torrance is seeking qualified vendors for a turn-key project involving the removal, disposal, and replacement of one (1) inground 1998 Rotary V-Rex Scissor Advantage lift located in the steam bay of the Transit Maintenance Garage. The project requires the use of certified Rotary lifts or equivalent equipment meeting Federal Transit Administration specifications and OSHA compliance. The scope encompasses all labor, equipment, materials, and accessories for a complete and operational system, including ground penetrating radar surveys, obtaining all necessary building and electrical permits/inspections, city approval of lift specifications/layout, installation per manufacturer requirements, testing, dust control measures, adherence to California Building Code, and new equipment operator training. All equipment and construction materials must comply with Buy America Standards and the Build America, Buy American Act.

General Bid Items

Quantity: 1 Unit: - Work Item: Remove and dispose of one (1) existing 1998 inground Rotary V-Rex Scissor Advantage Lift.
Quantity: 1 Unit: - Work Item: Provide and install one (1) new certified Rotary lift or equivalent. Specifications: Must meet Federal Transit Administration requirements, maintain OSHA compliance, be a new/current model, and be delivered operational.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Conduct ground penetrating radar surveys.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Provide all labor, equipment, materials, and accessories for a complete and operational lift system.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Provide materials and equipment complying with Buy America Standards and the Build America, Buy American Act.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Submit for and obtain all necessary building permits and request/pass all necessary Building and Electrical Inspections.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Obtain City approval for vehicle lift location, specifications, and layout prior to commencing work.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Perform installation, operation, start-up, and testing according to manufacturer requirements.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Implement standard construction practices for dust control methods, including 8-10 foot barriers for employee safety.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Adhere to California Building Code for all work.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Ensure all proposed items comply with current applicable safety or regulatory standards or codes.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Provide a warranty that is industry standard or better for all equipment, products, supplies, and services.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Provide new equipment operator training for all Fleet Maintenance team members.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Provide all required lift documents and safety materials.

NAICS Classification

NAICS 238290 – Other Building Equipment Contractors (Installation and commissioning of a specialized vehicle scissor lift system)., NAICS 238910 – Site Preparation Contractors (Removal and disposal of the existing inground lift, including any necessary demolition and site preparation)., NAICS 541370 – Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services (Provision of required ground penetrating radar surveys).

Records and Due Date

This bid opportunity was entered into BidAmerica on February 20, 2026, and was last updated on February 20, 2026. All bids and/or proposals are due on March 2, 2026.

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