RFQ 5443 Inventory parts

RFQ 5443 is a solicitation issued by the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) for the procurement of various inventory parts, including gas spring assemblies, toggle switches, bumper modules, and LED drivers. The solicitation was released on September 14, 2026, with a strict response deadline of September 15, 2026. All bids must be submitted electronically through the e-procurement portal to be considered responsive; any submissions in other formats will be disqualified. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder who provides the lowest responsive price. Bidders are required to provide all-inclusive pricing that incorporates all shipping and freight charges. Lead times must be specified in days within the notes column of the pricing table, and any applicable core fees must also be documented in the notes field. While OEM parts or specific part numbers are requested, non-OEM alternatives are permitted if the bidder uses the required RM format in the lead time notes. To be deemed responsible, bidders must demonstrate operational capability, a lack of debarment status, and compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and other public policy requirements. Quotes must remain valid for 30 days.