Opportunity
Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority Opengov #RFQ 5345
SORTA Inventory Parts Procurement (RFQ 5345) – Bus and Vehicle Components
Posted
April 13, 2026
Respond By
April 14, 2026
Identifier
RFQ 5345
NAICS
423860
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is seeking bids for a comprehensive inventory of bus and vehicle parts to support its transit operations in Cincinnati, Ohio. - Government Buyer: - Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA), Inventory Department - Contact: David Drummonds, Supply Chain Coordinator - OEMs and Vendors: - Notable OEMs include Cummins and Gillig - Other referenced brands: Sika, Amerex, Lift-U, Bendix (BW- part numbers) - Products/Services Requested: - 52 distinct line items covering mechanical and vehicle parts - Examples: turbochargers (Cummins 5324121), thermostats (Cummins 5284903), VGT actuator kits (Cummins 5603776RX/5603456HX), sensors, clamps, valves, hoses, batteries, and more - Quantities range from 1 to 60 units per item - Includes specialized parts for Gillig buses and Cummins ISL engines - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All bids must be submitted electronically via the e-Procurement portal - Pricing must include freight; lead times must be specified in days - Alternate/non-OEM part numbers must be clearly identified - Core fees (if applicable) must be noted - Compliance with federal, state, and local requirements is mandatory - Required forms: bid pricing form and vendor questionnaire - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Delivery to SORTA facilities in Cincinnati, Ohio (525 Vine Street and 1401 Bank St) - Period of Performance: - One-time purchase; lead times for delivery must be specified by bidders
Description
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority is soliciting bids for inventory parts through RFQ 5345. Suppliers must submit bids electronically via the specified e-Procurement portal, including freight costs in their pricing. Lead times must be noted in days in the notes column, and bids not submitted through the portal will be considered non-responsive. The deadline for submission is April 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Contact for questions is David Drummonds.