Regional Transit Authority - Installation of Transfer Switches & Emergency Generators - IFB #2026-031 (2026)
Regional Transit AuthorityPublic Authority · New Orleans, LA- Due
- Nov 11, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Regional Transit Authority of New Orleans is seeking qualified vendors to provide the installation of transfer switches and emergency generators for the Ferry Services Department. Project work involves electrical installations, including switches and emergency generator placement near existing Entergy meter locations and facilities such as Lower Algiers and Chalmette. Bids are due by November 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A 5% bid bond is required, and the procurement is subject to federal requirements including Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation and Buy America provisions.
Switches Installment (4 Each), Emergency Generator Installment (1 Each)
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Summary
The Regional Transit Authority of New Orleans is seeking qualified vendors to provide the installation of transfer switches and emergency generators for the Ferry Services Department.
Project work involves electrical installations, including switches and emergency generator placement near existing Entergy meter locations and facilities such as Lower Algiers and Chalmette. Bids are due by November 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A 5% bid bond is required, and the procurement is subject to federal requirements including Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation and Buy America provisions.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Switches Installment (4 Each), Emergency Generator Installment (1 Each)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Louisiana Uniform Public Work Bid Form (Attachment II), Certificate on Primary Debarment, Buy America Certificate for Compliance or Buy America Certificate for Non-Compliance, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Certificate Regarding Debarment-Lower Tier, Certification of Restrictions on Lobbying, Participant Information Form, Certificates of Insurance, bid bond
- Submit to
- https://norta.procureware.com/home
- Scope location
- New Orleans, LA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Regional Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 11, 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: https://norta.procureware.com/home.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Regional Transit Authority in LA, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Switches Installment (4 Each), Emergency Generator Installment (1 Each). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 11, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Louisiana Uniform Public Work Bid Form (Attachment II), Certificate on Primary Debarment, Buy America Certificate for Compliance or Buy America Certificate for Non-Compliance, Non-Collusion Affidavit,. Review the full document from Regional Transit 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: New Orleans, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.