# Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority Opengov #RFQ 5476

SORTA requests 38 inventory replacement parts for transit vehicles

**Posted:** October 29, 2026
**Respond By:** October 30, 2026
**Identifier:** RFQ 5476
**NAICS:** 423860

SORTA is seeking quotes for 38 inventory replacement parts for its transit fleet, with quantities ranging from 1 to 15 each.
- **Buyer:** Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA), Inventory Department, Cincinnati, Ohio.
- **Named OEMs and brands:** **Koni**, **Bosch**, **RG Ray**, **Gillig**, **Recaro**, **Niehoff**, and **Breeze**. Koni is explicitly required for the Gillig LF rear shock absorbers; named brands also appear for other requested parts.
- **Requested parts:** 38 line items covering DEF and exhaust-system components, engine parts, hoses and clamps, sensors, shocks, electrical parts, glass and body panels, lighting, and seat trim. Quantities and part numbers are listed in `product_line_items`.
- **Notable requirements:** Parts include bus-specific applications, including Gillig LF and specified fleet-number ranges. The rear shock absorbers must be Koni; alternate parts must be identified by quoted part number. Quote pricing is to include freight and fees, with lead time and any core fee stated.

### Description

Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority is requesting quotations for 38 inventory parts, including bus and vehicle components such as hoses, clamps, sensors, valves, and other replacement parts. Bidders must submit pricing electronically through the e-Procurement Portal using the provided Bid Pricing Form, with freight included and lead time and any core fees noted. Quotes must be valid for 30 days, and the award will go to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive price. The stated response deadline was October 30, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

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