Opportunity
Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority Opengov #RFQ 5426
RFQ for Transit Vehicle Inventory Parts (SORTA)
Posted
August 18, 2026
Respond By
August 19, 2026
Identifier
RFQ 5426
NAICS
423860
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) Inventory Department is seeking quotations for a broad range of transit vehicle inventory parts under RFQ 5426. - Government Buyer: - Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA), Inventory Department - OEMs Highlighted: - Meritor - Stemco - Gillig - Niehoff - Vendors must submit bids electronically via the e-procurement portal. - Products Requested: - 39 distinct line items including dowels, hose assemblies, sensors, panels, brackets, adhesives, decals, locks, kits, grommets, retainers, wires, fans, PC boards, and other transit-related components - Each item specifies part numbers and quantities (ranging from 1 to 100 units) - Several items are designated as 'OEM only' (e.g., Meritor, Stemco, Gillig, Niehoff) - Unique Requirements: - Pricing must include freight - Lead time in days required for each item - Any core fees must be noted - Use of the provided pricing table in the portal is mandatory - Alternate or non-OEM part numbers must be clearly identified in bid notes - Only bids submitted through the e-procurement portal will be considered - Notable technical details: - Items cover critical transit bus components such as DEF hoses, sensors, air spring plates, hub caps, oil seal kits, window assemblies, and electrical parts - Some parts are specific to certain vehicle models or ranges - No service line items are included; this is a one-time purchase for inventory replenishment.
Description
This solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for inventory parts issued by the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority. Bidders must submit their bids electronically through the specified e-procurement portal by August 19, 2026, at 15:00 UTC. The bid must include freight costs, lead time in days, and any core fees as noted in the bid table. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive price, with compliance to various requirements including licensing, financial resources, and past performance.