IFB - Misc. Parts for Transit Coaches

The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is soliciting competitive sealed bids under solicitation 2026-IFB-044 to establish one or more indefinite quantity contracts for the supply and delivery of miscellaneous bus parts. This procurement supports the maintenance and operations of COTA's transit fleet as part of the LinkUS transit modernization plan, ensuring vehicle safety and reliability through the use of manufacturer-approved parts. The contract will have a one-year performance period with no additional option years, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. An independent cost estimate for the procurement is approximately 1,666,149.39 dollars. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via the COTA procurement portal by September 11, 2026. Required submission materials include a bid worksheet, a W-9, and several notarized affidavits covering non-collusion, debarment, lobbying, and Build America-Buy America compliance. Technical requirements include a minimum of three years of experience in supplying transit or heavy-duty vehicle parts and the ability to deliver orders within 15 calendar days. Special contract requirements include mandatory cybersecurity insurance of at least 2,000,000 dollars, a 1,000,000 dollar pollution liability limit if applicable, and a requirement to maintain and test disaster recovery and incident response plans every 18 months. All deliveries are FOB Destination to COTA's facility in Columbus, Ohio.