Project Information

Bid Title

A&E Services for Fire Suppression System & Fire Alarm

Issuing Agency

Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority

Location

Ohio

Published Date

Dec 2, 2025

Closing Date

Jan 7, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Project ID:

Title: A&E Services for Fire Suppression System & Fire Alarm

Addenda: 0

Release Date: 12/2/2025

Due Date: 1/7/2026

Post Information

Posted At:Tue, Dec 2, 2025 4:59 PMSealed Bid Process:Yes (Bids Sealed / Pricing Sealed)Private Bid:No

Overview

Summary

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (“SORTA”) is seeking architectural and engineering design services from a qualified vendor to modify and/or exchange the existing wet Fire Suppression System. SORTA's goal is to transition to a passive Mist System, which will cover a planned interior storage area for electric buses, in addition to a separate electric bus maintenance area located within the same facility.

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:

December 2, 2025

Pre-Proposal Meeting (Non-Mandatory):

December 11, 2025, 1:30pm

Agenda

This pre-proposal meeting is for Project ID: 137-2025-RFQL.

We will meet and sign-in at the front of the building and walk to the necessary location as a group (located off the intersection of Sherman Ave and Mclean Ave).

Meeting Location
Queensgate Bus Garage
1401 Bank Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45214

Please see attached agenda and feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Deadline to Submit Questions:

December 22, 2025, 2:00pm

Addendum/Response to Questions/Clarifications:

December 29, 2025, 3:00pm

Proposals Due:

January 7, 2026, 2:00pm

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 238210Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors
• NAICS 238220Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
• NAICS 561621Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)

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