Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority - Synthetic Transmission Fluid - IFB 131-2026
Southwest Ohio Regional Transit AuthorityPublic Authority · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Nov 3, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Denman Gordon
- (513) 632-7647
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is soliciting bids for a one-year contract to supply full synthetic transmission fluid for its transit bus fleet and maintenance garages in Cincinnati, Ohio. The scope involves the delivery of approximately 4,400 gallons annually of full synthetic transmission fluid meeting Allison TES 668 and Voith DIWA specifications to the Queensgate Garage and Bond Hill Garage. Bids are due by November 3, 2026, at 2:30 pm. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2026, at 10:00 am via Microsoft Teams, and questions must be submitted by October 14, 2026. Required fluids must comply with strict approval standards and documentation, and pricing must remain valid for at least 120 days.
Full Synthetic Transmission Fluid
Price, Responsiveness, Responsibility
SUMMARY
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is soliciting bids for a one-year contract to supply full synthetic transmission fluid for its transit bus fleet and maintenance garages in Cincinnati, Ohio.
The scope involves the delivery of approximately 4,400 gallons annually of full synthetic transmission fluid meeting Allison TES 668 and Voith DIWA specifications to the Queensgate Garage and Bond Hill Garage. Bids are due by November 3, 2026, at 2:30 pm. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2026, at 10:00 am via Microsoft Teams, and questions must be submitted by October 14, 2026. Required fluids must comply with strict approval standards and documentation, and pricing must remain valid for at least 120 days.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Responsiveness
- Responsibility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Full Synthetic Transmission Fluid
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Certification Forms
- Personal Property Tax Affidavit
- Certification of Restrictions on Lobbying
- Product Data Sheet
- Insurance Certificates
- Detailed Cost Breakdown
- Price Proposal Form
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/go-metro
- Scope location
- Cincinnati, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 3, 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 Denman Gordon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 Bid 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 Denman Gordon at (513) 632-7647. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Full Synthetic Transmission Fluid. 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, Responsiveness, Responsibility" 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 3, 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 Bid?
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: Certification Forms, Personal Property Tax Affidavit, Certification of Restrictions on Lobbying, Product Data Sheet, Insurance Certificates, Detailed Cost Breakdown, Price Proposal Form. 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.