NWCTD NECTD Bus Line Inspections

Northwestern Connecticut Transit District (NWCTD) and Northeastern Connecticut Transit District (NECTD) are requesting quotes for bus line inspection and Buy America audit services, with quotes due September 24, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. North East Transportation (NET) is the lead agency procuring on behalf of NWCTD and NECTD.

The scope covers pre-award Buy America audits, in-plant inspection services for seven Ford E-350 C&E vehicles for NWCTD and six Ford E-350 C&E vehicles for NECTD, and post-delivery Buy America audits. Contractor responsibilities include monitoring vehicle production, conducting pre-delivery testing, and performing post-delivery audits in compliance with 49 CFR Part 661 and 663. Quality assurance inspections must address chassis, drivetrain, body structure, corrosion protection, electrical components, air conditioning, welding operations, and ADA compliance. Vendors must demonstrate adequate experience, verifiable history, and sufficient personnel and financial resources.

A DBE goal of zero percent has been established for this project under 49 CFR Part 26. Pricing must be submitted on provided pricing quote forms with net 30-day payment terms and must include all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and transportation costs. NWCTD and NECTD are exempt from Connecticut state sales taxes; quoted prices must exclude sales tax. Vendor questions may be submitted through September 24, 2026 at 1:45 p.m. Vendors must submit required company, state, and federal forms before a purchase order will be issued. The contract is subject to Connecticut and federal law, including compliance with environmental, labor, and OSHA regulations. Contact Gabriella Guerrera, Procurement Specialist, at gguerrera@ct-transwb.com or 860-945-1663.