Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority - RFQ 5406 Inventory Parts - 2026
Southwest Ohio Regional Transit AuthorityPublic Authority · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Jul 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- David Drummonds
- (513) 632-7548
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority seeks quotes for inventory parts including roadside access doors, front bumper assemblies, voltage regulators, connection adapters, magnetic lube plugs, marker light panels, air springs, u-joint kits, clip nuts, and valve auto air tank drains for Gillig buses. The solicitation requires all quotes to include freight, lead time in days, and core fees where applicable. Bids are due by July 24, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through the e-procurement portal. Evaluation is based on the lowest responsive price from a responsible bidder.
Panel roadside access door 6.38"x9.82", Bumper assm front 3-piece, Regulator voltage Niehoff 803D, Connection adapter, Plug diff magnetic lube low floor, Panel roadside 57.66' w/ marker light Gillig LF, Bag spring front air Firestone, Allison u-joint kit, Clip nut 1/4-20, Bracket front bumper RS/LH, Valve auto air tank drain, Rod torque upper Gillig low floor, Stop axle bag spring front air, Bolt kit DL2 bike rack pivot, Sensor coolant level, Roller latch assm lift-u, Throttle assy, Bumper rubber, Wire rope assembly 12" long, Filter suction 40 micron, WC belt tensioner assembly CS
Price, responsibility elements
SUMMARY
Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority seeks quotes for inventory parts including roadside access doors, front bumper assemblies, voltage regulators, connection adapters, magnetic lube plugs, marker light panels, air springs, u-joint kits, clip nuts, and valve auto air tank drains for Gillig buses.
The solicitation requires all quotes to include freight, lead time in days, and core fees where applicable. Bids are due by July 24, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through the e-procurement portal. Evaluation is based on the lowest responsive price from a responsible bidder.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, responsibility elements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
21- Panel roadside access door 6.38"x9.82"
- Bumper assm front 3-piece
- Regulator voltage Niehoff 803D
- Connection adapter
- Plug diff magnetic lube low floor
- Panel roadside 57.66' w/ marker light Gillig LF
- Bag spring front air Firestone
- Allison u-joint kit
- Clip nut 1/4-20
- Bracket front bumper RS/LH
- Valve auto air tank drain
- Rod torque upper Gillig low floor
- Stop axle bag spring front air
- Bolt kit DL2 bike rack pivot
- Sensor coolant level
- Roller latch assm lift-u
- Throttle assy
- Bumper rubber
- Wire rope assembly 12" long
- Filter suction 40 micron
- WC belt tensioner assembly CS
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Pricing Form, Vendor Questionnaire
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/go-metro
- Scope location
- Cincinnati, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 24, 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://secure.procurenow.com/portal/go-metro. For questions, contact David Drummonds.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority in OH, 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 RFQ 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 David Drummonds at (513) 632-7548. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Panel roadside access door 6.38"x9.82", Bumper assm front 3-piece, Regulator voltage Niehoff 803D, Connection adapter, Plug diff magnetic lube low floor, Panel roadside 57.66' w/ marker light Gillig LF, Bag spring front air Firestone, Allison u-joint kit, Clip nut 1/4-20, Bracket front bumper RS/LH,. 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: "Price, responsibility elements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Bid Pricing Form, Vendor Questionnaire. Review the full document from Southwest Ohio 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: Cincinnati, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.