RFQ 5481 Inventory parts

RFQ 5481 is a solicitation issued by the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) for the procurement of various inventory parts, including camshaft bushings, valve tappets, and engine gasket kits. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder who submits the lowest responsive price. To be considered responsive, bidders must submit their proposals exclusively through the e-Procurement portal using the provided pricing table. Bids must be all-inclusive of all fees and freight charges, and lead times must be specified in days within the notes column. If a non-OEM part is quoted, the bidder must provide the specific part number in the lead time notes. Responsibility is determined based on the bidder's character, integrity, and financial resources, as well as their compliance with licensing, tax laws, and federal public policies under 49 U.S.C. Section 5325. Bidders must also demonstrate a satisfactory past performance record and possess the necessary technical skills and organizational controls to fulfill the contract. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 11:00am. All quotes must remain valid for 30 days, and any applicable core fees must be clearly noted in the pricing table.