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San Diego Metropolitan Transit System Planet bids #B0790.0-26

San Diego MTS Seeks Five-Year Bus Engine and Transmission Overhaul Services (ZF & Cummins)

Posted

May 12, 2026

Respond By

June 09, 2026

Identifier

B0790.0-26

NAICS

811310

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is seeking bids for a five-year contract to overhaul bus engines and transmissions, focusing on ZF and Cummins OEM models. - Government Buyer: - San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) - OEMs and Vendors: - ZF (transmissions) - Cummins (engines) - Products/Services Requested: - Rebuilding ZF Ecomat and Ecolife transmissions (models 6AP1400B, 6AP1700B, 6AP1420B, 6AP1620B, 6HP594) - Soft and hard rebuilds, with OEM parts and dynamometer testing - Estimated annual quantities (e.g., up to 36 hard rebuilds/year for certain models) - In-frame overhauls of Cummins compressed natural gas and diesel engines (ISL G 8.9L CNG, ISL G 8.9L NZ, L9N, ISX 12N) - Basic overhauls, crankshaft/camshaft replacements, cylinder head and gasket replacements, liner protrusion cuts with shims - Estimated annual quantities (e.g., 24 basic overhauls/year for ISL G 8.9L CNG) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All rebuilds and overhauls must use OEM parts and include dynamometer testing - Warranty: 365 days for transmissions; 24 months/unlimited mileage for engines - Delivery and warranty repairs at specified MTS facilities in San Diego, El Cajon, and Chula Vista - Liquidated damages for late delivery - Bids must be submitted electronically via PlanetBids - Quantities are estimates and may vary based on MTS needs and funding - Primary Locations: - Imperial Avenue Division (San Diego) - Kearny Mesa Division (San Diego) - East County Division (El Cajon) - South Bay Maintenance Facility (Chula Vista)

Description

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is soliciting bids for bus engine and transmission overhauls according to specified scope of work and technical specifications. The contract includes rebuilding ZF Ecomat and Ecolife transmissions and in-frame overhauls of Cummins compressed natural gas and diesel engines. Bids must be submitted electronically via PlanetBids by the due date. The solicitation includes detailed technical requirements, warranty provisions, and pricing structures for multiple years.

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