RFQ 5450 Inventory parts

RFQ 5450 is a solicitation issued by the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) for the acquisition of various inventory parts, including mechanical components and hardware. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder who submits the lowest responsive price. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through the designated e-procurement portal by September 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Any bids submitted outside of the portal or in formats other than the provided pricing table will be considered non-responsive. Key requirements for submission include all-inclusive pricing that incorporates freight and shipping charges. Bidders must specify the lead time for the entire delivered quantity in days within the notes column of the pricing table and include any applicable core fees in the same field. If a bidder cannot provide a specific part, they must select no bid. For non-OEM parts or alternative part numbers, bidders must use the RM######## format in the lead time notes. All quotes must remain valid for 30 days. Evaluation for responsibility will consider the bidder's integrity, experience, technical skills, and compliance with federal and state public policies, including FTA Disadvantaged Business Enterprise requirements.