Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority - RFQ 5458 Inventory Parts - 2026
Southwest Ohio Regional Transit AuthorityPublic Authority · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Oct 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- David Drummonds
- (513) 632-7548
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority is requesting quotations for inventory parts including fire box battery, stanchion strap, belt tensioner assembly, window assembly, shock mounting bolts, water pump kit, kneeler hold valve, latch assembly, stepwell lights, voltage regulator, and various other transit bus replacement parts and components. All quotes must include freight and core fees where applicable, with lead times specified in days. Bids are due by October 6, 2026, at 11:00 am via the e-procurement portal. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive price, considering bidder responsibility and compliance with FTA requirements.
Amerex fire box battery, Stanchion strap, Belt tensioner assembly, Key-shaft screw compressor, Window assembly, Shock mounting bolt, Curb lamp skirt, Water pump kit, Hose #8, Kneeler hold valve, Latch assembly, Body to front door rubber seal, Diallight stepwell lights, Voltage regulator, Hinged rear skirt, Gas spring assembly, Doser valve adaptor, DPF mounting spacer, Camshaft gear, Driver window screen assembly, Auto air tank drain valve, Front brake hose assembly, Cushioned clamp, Axle dowel, Nylux hex nut, Dash screw, Side turn/marker lamp assembly, ISL A/C belt tensioner, ISL thermostat, Square and barrel combination key, Stanchion isolator, Vertical A-post trim, LH/RS rear bumper module
Price, Bidder Responsibility, Compliance with contract terms, Character and integrity, Past performance, Technical capability, Financial resources
SUMMARY
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority is requesting quotations for inventory parts including fire box battery, stanchion strap, belt tensioner assembly, window assembly, shock mounting bolts, water pump kit, kneeler hold valve, latch assembly, stepwell lights, voltage regulator, and various other transit bus replacement parts and components.
All quotes must include freight and core fees where applicable, with lead times specified in days. Bids are due by October 6, 2026, at 11:00 am via the e-procurement portal. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive price, considering bidder responsibility and compliance with FTA requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Price
- Bidder Responsibility
- Compliance with contract terms
- Character and integrity
- Past performance
- Technical capability
- Financial resources
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
33- Amerex fire box battery
- Stanchion strap
- Belt tensioner assembly
- Key-shaft screw compressor
- Window assembly
- Shock mounting bolt
- Curb lamp skirt
- Water pump kit
- Hose #8
- Kneeler hold valve
- Latch assembly
- Body to front door rubber seal
- Diallight stepwell lights
- Voltage regulator
- Hinged rear skirt
- Gas spring assembly
- Doser valve adaptor
- DPF mounting spacer
- Camshaft gear
- Driver window screen assembly
- Auto air tank drain valve
- Front brake hose assembly
- Cushioned clamp
- Axle dowel
- Nylux hex nut
- Dash screw
- Side turn/marker lamp assembly
- ISL A/C belt tensioner
- ISL thermostat
- Square and barrel combination key
- Stanchion isolator
- Vertical A-post trim
- LH/RS rear bumper module
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 October 6, 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: Amerex fire box battery, Stanchion strap, Belt tensioner assembly, Key-shaft screw compressor, Window assembly, Shock mounting bolt, Curb lamp skirt, Water pump kit, Hose #8, Kneeler hold valve, Latch assembly, Body to front door rubber seal, Diallight stepwell lights, Voltage regulator, Hinged rear. 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, Bidder Responsibility, Compliance with contract terms, Character and integrity, Past performance, Technical capability, Financial resources" 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.