KCATA Cummins Engine Parts IFB G26-6005-33 2026
Kansas City Area Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · Kansas City, MO- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Andrew Campbell
- (816) 346-0268
The 30-second brief
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is soliciting bids for the procurement of OEM Cummins Engine Parts or approved equals for its fleet of approximately 212 in-service buses. The scope includes providing a percentage discount off the published list price for a wide variety of engine components, with daily weekday deliveries required to the KCATA Central Receiving Facility by 10:00 AM the next business morning. The contract term is three years with two one-year extension options. Bidders must be licensed in Kansas and Missouri and provide financial statements and references. Bids are due by September 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. A question and approved equals deadline is set for September 9, 2026.
OEM Cummins Engine Parts, Bid Response Form (Attachment C), Price List, Financial Statements, Warranty Information
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, price, discounts, transportation costs, life cycle costs, technical ability, financial strength
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Summary
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is soliciting bids for the procurement of OEM Cummins Engine Parts or approved equals for its fleet of approximately 212 in-service buses.
The scope includes providing a percentage discount off the published list price for a wide variety of engine components, with daily weekday deliveries required to the KCATA Central Receiving Facility by 10:00 AM the next business morning. The contract term is three years with two one-year extension options. Bidders must be licensed in Kansas and Missouri and provide financial statements and references. Bids are due by September 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. A question and approved equals deadline is set for September 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
- Price
- Discounts
- Transportation costs
- Life cycle costs
- Technical ability
- Financial strength
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- OEM Cummins Engine Parts
- Bid Response Form (Attachment C)
- Price List
- Financial Statements
- Warranty Information
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Attachment A Sample Agreement
- Attachment B Checklist of Required Documents
- Attachment C Bid Response Form
- Attachment D References
- Attachment E Affidavit of Civil Rights Compliance
- Attachment F-2 KCATA Workforce Analysis/EEO-1 Report
- Attachment G Affidavit of Primary Participants Regarding Employee Eligibility Verification
- Attachment H Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Attachment L Request for Change or Approved Equal
- Submit to
- Kansas City Area Transportation Authority – Procurement Department, 1350 East 17th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64108
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Kansas City, MO
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Kansas City Area Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Kansas City Area Transportation Authority – Procurement Department, 1350 East 17th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64108. For questions, contact Andrew Campbell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Kansas City Area Transportation Authority in MO, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Andrew Campbell at (816) 346-0268. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: OEM Cummins Engine Parts, Bid Response Form (Attachment C), Price List, Financial Statements, Warranty Information. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, price, discounts, transportation costs, life cycle costs, technical ability, financial strength" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kansas City Area Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Kansas City Area Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Kansas City Area Transportation Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment A Sample Agreement, Attachment B Checklist of Required Documents, Attachment C Bid Response Form, Attachment D References, Attachment E Affidavit of Civil Rights Compliance, Attachment F-2. Review the full document from Kansas City Area Transportation Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kansas City, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.