RFQ 5470 Inventory parts

RFQ 5470 is a solicitation issued by the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) for the procurement of various inventory parts, including fuel gear pumps, stators, skirt panels, crankcase breathers, windshield wiper nozzles, and slack adjusters. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder who submits the lowest responsive price. Evaluation factors for responsibility include the bidder's character, reputation, legal status, operational capability, and compliance with federal public policies and FTA Disadvantaged Business Enterprise requirements under 49 U.S.C. Section 5325. All bids must be submitted electronically through the e-Procurement portal by October 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM, as any submissions outside the portal will be deemed non-responsive. Bidders are required to use the portal's pricing table and provide all-inclusive pricing that includes freight charges. Key submission requirements include specifying lead times in days for the entire order, noting any core fees in the pricing table, and using a specific format (RM########) for non-OEM parts. Quotes must remain valid for 30 days.