SKF Only Bearing-Cylindrical Roller Gearbox

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the procurement of SKF-branded cylindrical roller bearings for gearboxes. The IFB seeks to make a one-time purchase of three line items of these bearings, with estimated quantities ranging from 58 to 72 units per item. The goods must meet the specifications for SKF-branded products, and bidders must provide fixed pricing valid for 12 months, as well as lead times for delivery, which are specified as 8 weeks. Bids are due on October 27, 2023, with a public bid opening on October 30, 2023. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder submitting the responsive bid with the lowest total bid price on a line-item basis.

The IFB does not have any Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) participation goals, and it is not designated as a Small Business Reserve (SBR) procurement. The procurement is for a one-time purchase, and there is no mention of any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The total estimated bid price provided in the Bid Form is $143,422.19, but the actual award value may vary based on the final quantities ordered. The primary place of performance is the MTA Light Rail facility in Baltimore, Maryland.