How to bid on AHU replacement and repair for COTA

What COTA is buying

The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is seeking an HVAC contractor to repair three air handling units at its McKinley Avenue facility in Columbus. The work includes replacing a supply blower motor and blower wheel on M-1 AHU-03, the top and bottom heating coils on Innovent AHU-2, and leaking heating coil(s) on Innovent AHU-10.

The contractor must provide labor, materials, and equipment, coordinate shutdowns with COTA Facilities, and complete installation, startup, testing, and commissioning. The goal is to restore reliable heating and airflow and reduce the risk of unplanned HVAC outages.

Key date and deadline

The IFB was published October 19, 2026. Responses are due November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.

Plan to submit before the deadline and check OpenGov for addenda or other updates before sending your response.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity suits HVAC contractors with experience repairing and replacing air handling unit blower components and heating coils. Firms should be able to supply the required labor, materials, and equipment and coordinate planned shutdowns with a facility team.

How to access and respond

Open the opportunity on OpenGov Procurement using the “View original source” access step. The portal may show a brief security check the first time; let it finish for the project page to load.

Sign in or create a free vendor account to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response before the deadline. Addenda notices come through OpenGov.

Prepare a clear, complete bid

Review the plans and solicitation materials carefully, and check for addenda before finalizing your response. Map your proposed work to each listed unit and component so COTA can see what your response covers.

Explain how you will coordinate shutdowns with COTA Facilities and carry out installation, startup, testing, and commissioning. Check that your response follows the solicitation’s instructions and is submitted through OpenGov before the deadline.