The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is establishing a pre‑qualified pool of licensed plumbing contractors to provide on‑call, time‑and‑materials plumbing, water, wastewater, septic, and related utility services for its facilities throughout Hamilton County, Ohio. Work will be issued as individual job orders on an as‑needed basis, with no guaranteed minimum volume. Contractors must respond to non‑emergency requests within 48 hours and emergencies within 2 hours, comply with all applicable codes, provide 24/7 emergency contact, and adhere to prevailing‑wage requirements. Proposals are due electronically by September 29, 2026.
• Scope includes hydro‑flushing, pipe locating, video inspections, repairs, replacements, trenchless installation, backflow device work, gas line services, well maintenance, restroom/shower plumbing, and emergency response.
• Contract is an indefinite‑quantity Job Order Contract (JOC) with labor rates supplied (e.g., $9.75/hr for licensed plumber, $5.12/hr for after‑hours).
• Work locations span multiple SORTA bus garages, transit centers, and park‑and‑ride sites across Cincinnati.
• Mandatory qualifications: Ohio plumbing license, insurance, prevailing‑wage compliance, 24/7 emergency capability.
• Evaluation emphasizes firm experience, staffing, project approach, and cost.