B26OP00126 - Invitation for Bids (IFB) Non-Negotiable: Furnish and Deliver Fire, Steel, and Stainless-Steel Doors, Door Frames, and Associated Hardware for up to Thirty-Six Months.

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has issued Invitation for Bids (IFB) B26OP00126 for a non-negotiable, multiple-award modified blanket contract to furnish and deliver fire, steel, and stainless-steel doors, frames, and associated hardware. The contract has an estimated expenditure of $250,000.00 and a performance period of up to 36 months. Bids are due by October 2, 2026, via the Bonfire e-procurement platform, with awards granted to up to three lowest responsive and responsible bidders. For the first 90 days, only the lowest bidder(s) per item are eligible for releases, after which all awarded vendors must provide quotes for definite quantities. Deliverables are provided FOB destination, with an initial 90-day delivery requirement of 14 calendar days from receipt of release. The contractor must maintain a quality management system and adhere to strict packaging, marking, and shipping standards, including the provision of packing lists and safety data sheets. Mandatory requirements include compliance with Buy America (BABA), the Illinois State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, and specific insurance coverages, including a $5M Excess/Umbrella Liability policy. Bidders must also submit a comprehensive bidders list and certifications regarding felony convictions and tax delinquency to avoid disqualification. While the DBE participation goal is set at 0%, compliance with 49 CFR Part 26 reporting remains mandatory.