Inventory Parts For Revenue & Automotive Support

Invitation for Bid IFB 2026-027, issued by the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority on August 21, 2026, seeks qualified vendors to provide non-proprietary inventory parts for revenue and automotive support. The scope of work specifically covers parts for NewFlyer Articulated DE60LFR, NewFlyer XD40, NewFlyer D40LF, and Orion VII bus models. This is a fixed-price contract with an initial term of one year and an option for a two-year renewal. Bids must be submitted via the Procureware website by 2:00 PM on September 17, 2026, with a clarification deadline of September 10, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. To be considered responsive, bidders must provide a comprehensive submission package including the Louisiana Uniform Public Work Bid Form, certificates of insurance, non-collusion affidavits, and certifications regarding debarment and lobbying. Responsibility is determined by the bidder's production capacity and management personnel. Key requirements include compliance with Buy America standards, 49 CFR Part 26 for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises, and various federal labor and accessibility laws, including the ADA and the Fair Labor Standards Act. Deliverables must be shipped to the RTA East New Orleans Facility with a lead time not exceeding 15 to 30 days from the order date. Each shipment requires a signed Certificate of Conformance. The RTA will conduct acceptance inspections within seven days of delivery, and the contractor is responsible for correcting any defective goods at their own expense. Payment terms are set at 30 days following the receipt and acceptance of materials or a proper invoice.