Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ 5440) for a broad list of inventory parts needed to support its transit fleet. Bids must be submitted electronically through the agency’s e‑procurement portal by the deadline, include freight in the price, and specify lead time in days. The RFQ includes a detailed parts list with quantities, model numbers, and required notes (core fees, OEM alternatives, etc.). SORTA will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, evaluating both price and a set of responsibility criteria (financial stability, past performance, compliance, etc.).
• Electronic submission only (via https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/go-metro).
• All prices must be all‑inclusive (freight, core fees, taxes).
• Lead time must be entered in days in the “Notes” column.
• If a part is not stocked, bidders must select “no bid.”
• Award will be based on lowest responsive price and responsibility factors.
• Contact for questions: David Drummonds, Supply Chain Coordinator (
[email protected], (513) 632‑7548).
• Release date: 9 Sept 2026; submission deadline: 10 Sept 2026 11:00 AM.
• Parts list includes seals, brackets, fuel assemblies, gaskets, hoses, clamps, pumps, etc., with quantities ranging from 1 to 40 units per item.