Specifications include, but are not limited to: This work consists of a thorough inspection of vehicles, product QA audits pertaining to the safe and reliable operation of the vehicles in transit service, compliance to Department of Transportation (DOT), FTA, CHP, ADA, and all other regulatory compliance. Ease of maintainability shall also be evaluated, ensuring component installation and materials can hold up during the life of the vehicle, and can be removed and replaced without removing fixed components. OCTA considers Contractor’s ability to plan, communicate and execute this service as a critical element of the bus procurement process. Contractor shall be thoroughly knowledgeable of the following references, and regulations as they pertain to the service requirements and its implications under the agreement: 1. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), 49 CFR 668 Bus Testing, United States Code (USC) 2. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), 49 CFR, Part 571 – Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. 3. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), 49 CFR, Part 38 – Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Specifications for Transportation Vehicles Contractor should also be familiar with and ensure the vehicles are in compliance with all applicable standards set forth in the following California Regulations: 1. California Vehicle Code, Division 12 – Equipment of Vehicles (Sections 24000 – 28150). 2. California Code of Regulations, Title 13 - Motor Vehicles, Division 2 - Department of the California Highway Patrol
