RFQ 5471 Inventory parts

RFQ 5471 is a solicitation issued by the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) for the procurement of various inventory parts, including control panel appliques, harnesses, mounting brackets, batteries, filters, gaskets, and air bag springs. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder who submits the lowest responsive price. Bidders must demonstrate operational capability, financial resources, and compliance with federal public policies, including 49 U.S.C. Section 5325 and FTA Disadvantaged Business Enterprise requirements. All bids must be submitted electronically through the e-Procurement portal by October 23, 2026, at 11:00 am, utilizing the portal's internal pricing table to avoid being deemed non-responsive. Pricing must be all-inclusive of freight and shipping charges, and quotes must remain valid for 30 days. Bidders are required to specify lead times in days for the entire delivered quantity and note any core fees in the pricing table notes. If quoting non-OEM parts, bidders must use the specific format (RM########) in the notes. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Supply Chain Coordinator David Drummonds.