How to bid on parts washers and a gantry crane for the Chicago Transit Authority

What CTA is buying

The Chicago Transit Authority is seeking bids to furnish, deliver, and install four automatic parts washers and one gantry crane. The solicitation is a re-bid, with reference number C26CT103289242R.

This equipment opportunity may suit firms that can provide the specified equipment and handle delivery and installation.

Deadline and what to expect

Bids are due October 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Submit your response through Bonfire before the deadline; the provided information does not specify what happens to late submissions.

Who this opportunity may suit

Consider this solicitation if your firm supplies automatic parts washers or gantry cranes and can provide delivery and installation. Review the solicitation documents for the full requirements and any eligibility details.

How to access and respond

Open the opportunity on the Chicago Transit Authority procurement portal, Bonfire, using the “View original source” link. You can view the opportunity publicly in a web browser without an account.

To download the documents and submit a bid, register a free vendor account in Bonfire. Follow the submission instructions in the posting and submit before the deadline.

Prepare a complete, competitive bid

Read the full solicitation documents carefully, including the required equipment details, delivery and installation expectations, and submission instructions. Because this is a re-bid, use the current posting and documents rather than relying on earlier versions.

Check that your response addresses every requested item, that pricing and supporting information are consistent, and that your team has time to complete the Bonfire submission before the deadline.