How to bid on transit vehicle decommissioning for the City of Phoenix

What Phoenix is buying

The City of Phoenix is seeking transit vehicle decommissioning services through an invitation for bids (IFB). The agreement is expected to begin on or about February 1, 2027, or on the later effective date after final signature and recording by the City Clerk’s department.

The initial term is five years, with one two-year extension option. This may suit vendors prepared to provide the relevant services over a multi-year agreement.

Deadline and contract timing

The bid deadline is November 6, 2026, at 1:59 AM ET. Submit your response before that time; the solicitation calls for sealed offers.

The agreement term begins on the commencement date and may end earlier if the agreement is terminated under its provisions.

Who this opportunity may suit

This IFB is relevant to firms that provide transit vehicle decommissioning services. The information provided does not describe the specific vehicles, tasks, or technical requirements, so review the solicitation documents before deciding whether the work fits your firm.

How to access and respond

Open the opportunity in the City’s OpenGov Procurement portal. The portal may first show a brief security check; 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. Addenda notices come through OpenGov. For portal technical support, use the support bubble or email [email protected]. For other solicitation questions, contact the procurement officer listed under Contact Information.

Prepare a careful, competitive offer

Read the solicitation and any addenda closely. Make a checklist of the requested forms, response instructions, and submission requirements, and confirm that your offer addresses each one.

Plan your pricing and delivery approach around the five-year term and possible two-year extension. Ask questions through the portal if a requirement is unclear, and leave time to submit before the deadline.