How to bid on spare bus parts for the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority

What SORTA is buying

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) seeks vendors to supply and deliver spare bus parts on an as-needed basis for routine maintenance. The agreement is an indefinite-delivery contract lasting two years.

This opportunity may suit suppliers able to provide a range of bus parts and deliver them when needed to support vehicle and equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency.

Deadline and timing

The opportunity was published October 22, 2026. Bids are due November 23, 2026, at 2:30 PM ET.

Submit your response through OpenGov before the deadline. The solicitation information provided does not state what happens to responses received after the deadline, so plan to complete submission early.

Who this opportunity may suit

This bid is relevant to businesses that supply spare parts for buses or related equipment and can make deliveries as needed. Review the solicitation documents to confirm the specific parts and any other requirements.

How to access and respond

Open the opportunity on OpenGov Procurement using the “View original source” option. If a brief security check appears, let it finish so the project page can load.

Sign in or create a free vendor account to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. Addenda notices come through OpenGov, so check the portal for updates while preparing your bid.

Prepare a clear, competitive response

Review the plans and all addenda carefully. Make a checklist of the requested parts, delivery expectations, and response instructions, and use the solicitation documents to resolve any uncertainties.

Confirm that your pricing and delivery approach cover the as-needed nature of the agreement. Allow time to check your response for completeness and submit it through OpenGov before the deadline.