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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) issued Invitation to Bid No. 24-00082-AVZH for the supply and delivery of SL-V Car Brake System Brake Pad Sets through sealed competitive bidding. The procurement requires suppliers to deliver materials F.O.B. Spring Primary in accordance with detailed specifications and contract documents outlined in the solicitation. All bids must be submitted exclusively through SEPTA's eProcurement System, with alternative submission methods such as mail or hand delivery subject to rejection. The bid opening was scheduled for March 26, 2024, conducted via Webex teleconference at SEPTA headquarters located at 1234 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Prospective bidders were required to submit any requests for changes, modifications, or clarifications in writing no later than eight calendar days prior to the bid opening date. All submitted bids were required to remain firm and binding for a minimum of ninety days from the bid opening date. Questions and inquiries regarding this solicitation should be directed to Vinh Huynh, Procurement Officer, via email at vhuynh@septa.org or by telephone at (215) 580-8263.

This procurement is subject to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and applicable Department of Transportation nondiscrimination regulations, with SEPTA committed to ensuring that disadvantaged business enterprises have full and equal opportunity to compete without discrimination based on race, sex, color, or national origin. All bidders must certify compliance with Executive Order 12549 regarding ineligible contractors and applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations prior to award. The resulting contract will be subject to a financial assistance agreement between SEPTA and the U.S. Department of Transportation, establishing federal oversight and compliance requirements. SEPTA reserves the right to reject any and all bids if deemed not in its best interest, providing the authority discretionary authority in final award decisions. No specific budget value or award amount was disclosed in the solicitation documents provided. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements were identified in the available procurement materials.