General Contracting JOC

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA), also known as Cincinnati Metro, is soliciting qualifications from licensed general contractors for a Job Order Contract (JOC) to provide on-call facility and grounds repair, rehabilitation, renovation, and construction services. This indefinite-quantity contract utilizes a time-and-materials arrangement to address infrastructure needs, including structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, civil, and drainage systems, as well as health, safety, and code compliance issues across all SORTA properties in Hamilton County, Ohio. The contract is for a three-year term with a not-to-exceed budget of $200,000 per contract. Proposals are due by October 26, 2026, and will be evaluated based on firm and staffing qualifications, experience with public agencies, communication procedures, and schedule management. Award decisions will be based on the best value to the agency, with a heavy emphasis on the competency of key personnel, including the Project Manager, Superintendent, and Quality Control Manager. Selected contractors must be licensed and insured in the State of Ohio and comply with Ohio Revised Code Chapter 4115 regarding prevailing wages. Key contractual requirements include NET 30 payment terms, a minimum one-year warranty on all work, and strict adherence to federal and state non-discrimination and accessibility laws, including the ADA. Final acceptance of work is contingent upon a formal inspection and sign-off process involving a pre-inspection punch list and a final re-inspection by the SORTA Project Manager.