Coach Paint

Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority - Maintenance has issued invitation for bid, solicitation 122-2026.

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is seeking bids from vendors who can supply and deliver PPG vehicle paint and related supplies on an as-needed basis. These materials will support routine maintenance, refinishing, and repair activities

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.

Responses are due September 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT.

Questions must be submitted by September 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT.

Commodity categories: Paint and Coating Manufacturing; Transportation Equipment and Supplies (except Motor Vehicle) Merchant Wholesalers; Paint, Varnish, and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers; Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance.

Contact: Katie Nussbaum, Procurement Specialist (katie.nussbaum@go-metro.com, (513) 632-7632).

1 document is attached to the notice: General_Terms_and_Conditions.

The full solicitation document, addenda and the question-and-answer thread are on the agency's OpenGov portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/go-metro/projects/302949. Responses are submitted electronically there, and a free vendor account is required before you can upload one.