Primary Fuel Filters

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 25-00343-AMLP for the procurement of primary fuel filters on an as-requested basis throughout the contract period. This sealed bid solicitation requires delivery of primary fuel filters with a contract duration of 365 calendar days from the notice to proceed. Sealed bids must be submitted electronically through SEPTA's Electronic Procurement System (ePS) by Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud via WebEx meeting; mailed or hand-delivered bids will be rejected. Inquiries regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing to Michael F. Patchak, Jr. at MFPatchak@SEPTA.org at least eight calendar days prior to bid opening, and any modifications will be issued only through written addenda via ePS. All submitted bids must remain firm for at least 90 days from the bid opening date and may not be withdrawn during this period. The solicitation is subject to the Buy America Act, and all bidders must comply with this requirement and account for it in their pricing.

This procurement is subject to compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and SEPTA will afford disadvantaged business enterprises full opportunity to submit bids without discrimination based on race, sex, color, or national origin. All contractors must comply with applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations and certify compliance with Executive Order 12549 regarding ineligible contractors. The contract resulting from this solicitation is subject to a financial assistance contract between SEPTA and the U.S. Department of Transportation. SEPTA reserves the right to reject any and all bids as determined to be in its best interest. No incumbent vendors, budget ranges, or specific award values are identified in the solicitation documents.