Bus Batteries

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is issuing a competitive solicitation for bus batteries to support transit operations within Hamilton County and Cleveland City, Ohio. This procurement seeks qualified vendors to supply bus batteries according to detailed specifications outlined in the scope of work, with a contract duration of two years. The primary deliverable is the provision of compliant bus batteries that meet SORTA's operational requirements for its fleet. Bidders must demonstrate qualifications relevant to supplying transportation-grade batteries and maintaining compliance with all specified technical and performance standards. The opportunity was posted on March 3, 2026, with a proposal submission deadline of April 2, 2026. Interested parties should review the attached solicitation documents, including the "Bus_Batteries_(Addendum_#1_Revision).pdf" and "General_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf," which contain comprehensive specifications, terms, evaluation criteria, and all requirements necessary for bid preparation and submission.

The solicitation documents, including the General Terms and Conditions and the revised addendum, should be consulted for information regarding any set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) participation requirements, or restrictions on eligible respondents. Potential bidders should also review the attached documentation for any references to incumbent vendors, existing contractor relationships, or technical infrastructure requirements that may apply to battery supply and integration with SORTA's current fleet systems. The specific award value or budget range for this two-year bus battery contract has not been disclosed in the available summary information; interested vendors should consult the full solicitation documents for pricing expectations and contract value details.