Radio, CAD/AVL, & APC Maintenance and Repair

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) requires a qualified vendor to perform preventive maintenance and repair services to its Radio, Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) / Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) and Automatic Passenger Counter (APC) systems for a five (5)-year term. These systems are critical to supporting safe, efficient, and reliable transit operations by enabling real-time communication, fleet management, and data collection.

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.