Purchase and Delivery of Injectors for METRO's Transit Buses

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas (METRO) is seeking to procure fuel injectors for its transit bus fleet through an Invitation for Bids (IFB No. Doc1682336629). The procurement specifically targets new and unused fuel injectors for Cummins ISB, ISL, and ISX engines across various bus models including Orion 5800s, Nova Artic, MCI, and NABI ISL9 vehicles. Estimated annual quantities range from 2 to 260 units across different injector types, with both new parts and remanufactured components being solicited. Bids must be submitted electronically through METRO's EUNA (Bonfire) platform and as one original hardcopy by 2:00 p.m. CST on September 17, 2025, with bid opening scheduled for 10:00 a.m. CST on September 18, 2025. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder based on total bid amounts, with a three-year term effective from the award date and delivery requirements of 30 calendar days from release orders.

The procurement is a brand-name specification limited to approved manufacturers including Cummins, Orion, Bosch, and Muncie, with no specific small business participation goals or set-aside designations identified. The contract is 100% funded by METRO with no federal funding involvement. METRO reserves the right to award multiple contracts and includes provisions for core exchanges and returns, allowing full credit for unused parts returned within 14 calendar days. Payment terms are net 30 days with optional prompt payment discounts, and the contract allows for price adjustments based on published price lists or Producer Price Index guidelines. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the solicitation suggests a comprehensive parts replacement program with structured pricing over the three-year contract term, potentially representing a significant investment in the transit fleet's maintenance and operational readiness.