RFQ 5410 Inventory parts

Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is requesting quotations for 41 line items of inventory parts to support transit bus operations under RFQ 5410, with responses due July 30, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. — a same-day deadline. All bids must be submitted electronically through the e-Procurement Portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/go-metro using the provided pricing table; bids in other formats will be considered non-responsive.

The scope comprises transit bus components including sensors, pulleys, washers, clutches, nuts, filters, mirrors, brake hoses, shock absorbers, clamps, gaskets, and suspension and steering components, with quantities ranging from single units to 50 units per item. Bidders must identify lead times in calendar days required to fulfill entire delivered quantities. If quoting a non-OEM or alternative part number, vendors must note the replacement part number in the format (RM#######). Core fees, where applicable, must be entered in the pricing table notes field. All pricing must include freight charges.

Award will go to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive bid. SORTA reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids in whole or in part. Award criteria include bidder responsibility factors encompassing character, integrity, past performance records, financial resources, technical capability, compliance with FTA Disadvantaged Business Enterprise requirements, and ability to meet delivery schedules. All pricing quotes must remain valid for 30 days from submission.

Questions should be directed to David Drummonds, Supply Chain Coordinator, at ddrummonds@go-metro.com or (513) 632-7548. Late bids will not be considered unless circumstances beyond the bidder's control prevented timely submission or an emergency event warrants extension.