Project Information

Bid Title

Transit Bus and Shelter Advertising Services

Issuing Agency

Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority

Location

Ohio

Published Date

Jun 2, 2026

Closing Date

Jul 6, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Project ID:

Title: Transit Bus and Shelter Advertising Services

Addenda: 0

Release Date: 6/2/2026

Due Date: 7/6/2026

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Release Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026

· Due Date: Monday, July 6, 2026 2:00pm

Posted Tuesday, June 2, 2026 9:57am

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Posted At:Tue, Jun 2, 2026 9:57 AM
Sealed Bid Process:Yes (Bids Sealed / Pricing Sealed)
Private Bid:No

Overview

Summary

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is seeking proposals from experienced advertising service providers to manage and grow its interior and exterior transit advertising program. The selected contractor will be responsible for all aspects of the program, including marketing and selling advertising space, managing client relationships, printing and installing ad materials, maintaining ad quality, handling finances, and delivering detailed monthly reporting. This program will include selling advertising opportunities on the interior and exterior of eligible SORTA buses (interior frames, interior digital monitors, and exterior vinyl applications) and on designated SORTA bus shelters throughout the transit network. SORTA is committed to maintaining a high standard of quality and professionalism in all ad placements while generating consistent, reliable revenue from advertising sales. The selected vendor will be expected to cover all operating costs and provide advertising revenue to SORTA.

Background

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (“SORTA”), commonly known as Cincinnati Metro, is a regional transit authority established pursuant to Section 306.30 et seq. of the Ohio Revised Code. As such, SORTA is a political subdivision of the State of Ohio.

SORTA delivers a range of public transportation services, including fixed-route mass transit, paratransit, and micro-transit. Its service area encompasses the City of Cincinnati, Hamilton County, and portions of Butler, Clermont, and Warren Counties.

SORTA operates 48 fixed bus routes, utilizing a fleet of approximately 300 transit buses. In addition, it provides paratransit services with a fleet of 60 vehicles and micro-transit services with 30 vehicles, ensuring accessible and flexible transportation options across the region.

Timeline

Solicitation Release Date:

June 2, 2026

Pre-Proposal Meeting (Non-Mandatory):

June 9, 2026, 2:00pm

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Deadline to Submit Questions:

June 12, 2026, 2:00pm

Addendum/Response to Questions/Clarifications:

June 17, 2026, 2:00pm

Proposals Due:

July 6, 2026, 2:00pm

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 485113Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems
• NAICS 485510Charter Bus Industry
• NAICS 485999All Other Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
• NAICS 541810Advertising Agencies
• NAICS 541850Outdoor Advertising
• NAICS 541890Other Services Related to Advertising

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