Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority Opengov #RFQ 5361

SORTA Solicits Bids for Transit Vehicle Inventory Parts (RFQ 5361)

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is seeking bids for a diverse set of transit vehicle inventory parts to support its operations in Cincinnati, Ohio. - Government Buyer: - Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA), Inventory Department - Contact: David Drummonds, Supply Chain Coordinator - Products/Services Requested: - Mechanical and electrical transit vehicle parts, including: - O-ring seals, torque rods, underseat heaters, air spring mounting towers - Clamps (V-band, spherical), latch covers, nuts, oil seals, gaskets - Switches (windshield wiper), bike rack magnet kits, absorbers, motors - Light assemblies, bolts, bushings, lock assemblies - Each item specified by part number and required quantity - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs are mandated; part numbers reference OEM or equivalent parts - Notable referenced brands include Gillig and Voith (as seen in part descriptions) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Bidders must include freight in pricing and specify delivery lead times in days - Any core fees must be noted - Non-OEM parts must be clearly identified with the quoted part number - Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluation based on compliance, past performance, and technical capability - Place of Performance/Delivery: - SORTA facilities in Cincinnati, Ohio (525 Vine Street and 1401 Bank St) - Quantities range from 1 to 24 units per item, with detailed part numbers provided for each line item

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for inventory parts managed by the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA). Bidders must submit their bids electronically through the specified e-procurement portal by May 7, 2026, at 15:00 UTC. The bid must include freight costs and lead times for delivery, with specific instructions for quoting non-OEM parts and core fees. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive price, with detailed evaluation criteria provided.

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