Procurement Opportunities

METRO is committed to integrity in all facets of the procurement process, ensuring fairness, accountability and efficiency. In addition, the Office of Economic Business Opportunity (OEBO) has several programs designed to further assist in the procurement efforts. On this page, you’ll find:

  • Business opportunity programs
  • Open and anticipated procurements
  • Vendor registration process
  • Useful links to key procurement topics

For more information, email us at procurement@ridemetro.org.

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Business Opportunity Programs

The METRO Office of Economic Business Opportunity Programs operate in a race and gender-neutral manner. We are committed to providing a variety of programs to ensure equal opportunity, inclusion and nondiscrimination in all our procurement and contracting matters.


METRO’s Small Business Enterprise (SBE) program operates in a race and gender-neutral manner and is open to participation without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age or disability.

METRO has an aspirational annual goal of 35% small business participation. All small business owners are encouraged to apply for METRO SBE certification and participate in METRO procurement opportunities.

Benefits of becoming a METRO certified SBE:

  • Increased opportunities for visibility for METRO contracting
  • Certification is available at no cost and valid for three (3) years
  • Quick processing of certifications in 30 days
  • Free business development training
  • Certification accepted by Port Houston, Houston City College, Fort Bend ISD and Houston First
  • Five-day Prompt Payment Policy in effect for contracts with small business goals
  • SBE reciprocity for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certified firms
  • Eligibility to participate in METRO training, events and networking opportunities
  • Fast track certification with Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Houston Minority Supplier Development Council (HMSDC)

View the program for more information.

Register online as a vendor with METRO. 

Select the Learn More button below for information about the application process for becoming certified and how to contact us for assistance.

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As required by Section 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 26, the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County has determined a proposed overall goal of 16% for the participation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) in its FY23-FY25 contracts which are funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

The City of Houston Office of Business Opportunity is the DBE certifying entity for Houston, Texas.

View the program for more information.

Access the directory of DBE certified firms in Texas.

Access the list of DBE Financial Institutions.

Register online as a vendor with METRO. 

METRO's Disability Owned Business Enterprise (DOBE) Program was created to help ensure disability owned firms have equal access to opportunities in procurement and contracting at METRO.

To be classified as a certified Disability Owned Business, your business should meet the following qualifications:

Is at least 51% owned, operated, managed and controlled by individuals with a disability (as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act)

  1. Is at least 51% owned, operated, managed and controlled by either a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
  2. Exercises independence from any other business enterprise
  3. Has its principal place of business (headquarters) in the United States
  4. Has been formed as a legal entity in the United States

METRO recognizes certifications from external certifying entities. METRO will not perform certifications.

For more information, view the program or email us at DOBE@ridemetro.org.

Register online as a vendor with METRO. 

METRO's Veteran Owned Business Enterprise (VOBE) Program was created to help ensure veteran owned firms have equal access to opportunities in procurement and contracting at METRO.

To be classified as a certified Veteran Owned Business, your business should meet the following qualifications: 

  1. Is a sole proprietorship, partnership or corporation at least 51% owned, operated and controlled by an individual who served in the United States active military, naval, or air service; who was discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable; and who has at least 51% ownership in applicant firm
  2. Is at least 51% owned, operated and controlled by either a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
  3. Exercises independence from any other business enterprise
  4. Has its principal place of business (headquarters) in the United States
  5. Has been formed as a legal entity in the United States


METRO recognizes certifications from external certifying entities. METRO will not perform certifications.

For more information, view the program or email us at VOBE@ridemetro.org.

Register online as a vendor with METRO. 

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Apply for certification, access vendor accounts and search the database of certified vendors.

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Open Procurements

METRO is committed to providing equal opportunity and fairness in all its procurements. Due to our transition from the Bonfire to the SAP Ariba platform, there are two tables below containing current opportunities that are open for solicitation.


Bonfire Open Solicitations


To participate in any METRO solicitations, you must first register as a METRO vendor. If you haven't already done so, please register here.

Solicitation Number Title Close Date
CSP Doc1689194371 Asphalt and Concrete Paving for Mobility Improvements - Package 3 on an 'As Needed Basis' Oct. 15, 2025 2 PM
RFQ-Doc1690666978 On-Call Facilities and Mobility Improvement Projects Oct. 22, 2025 2 PM
RFP Doc1691052265 DTTC and Surrounding Area Cleaning Services Oct. 22, 2025 2 PM
IFB-Doc1713091984 Ultrasonic Testing for Track Maintenance Oct. 22, 2025 2 PM
IFB-Doc1713219938 Track Rail Grinding Services Oct. 22, 2025 2 PM
IFB-Doc1717621030 Track Geometry and Overhead Contact System (OCS) Height & Stagger and Wire Wear Measurement Oct. 29, 2025 2 PM
IFB-Doc1730158896 Purchase and Delivery of Four Motorcycles for METRO Police Department Oct. 29, 2025 2 PM
RFP- Doc1689218650 Resilient Power Solutions for METRO Facilities Oct. 31, 2025 2 PM
RFQs under $50k Past Solicitations

 

 

SAP Ariba Open Solicitations

To participate in any METRO solicitations, you must first register as a METRO vendor. If you haven't already done so, please register here.

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RFQs under $50k Past Solicitations
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Sole Source Awards

On occasion, METRO may award a Sole Source contract.

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Anticipated Procurements

Each tab below contains information based on estimates, assumptions and other data, which are subject to change. Any proposed project/service may vary materially and/or be removed from the final list. This is provided for planning, contracting and teaming purposes only.


Project NameProcurement MethodSmall Business GoalAnticipated Advertisement Month
Portable Train Lift InspectionsIFBN/A August
Rail Station Canopy Paint PlatformIFB35%August
Emergency Power GeneratorRFPN/AAugust
HOV DiamondIFB35%August
Backup FuelIFBN/AAugust
Purchase and Delivery of Injectors for METRO's Transit BusesIFB N/AAugust
Flat Glass for METRO's Transit BusesIFBN/AAugust
1900 Main Executive Garage RehabilitationIFB20%October
Engine Machining Services for METRO's Transit Buses Diesel EnginesRFPN/AAugust

The items listed above include Board-approved and non-Board-approved projects.

Procurement Method Definitions

CSP – Competitive Sealed Proposal
DIR – Texas Department of Information Resources
IDIQ – Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity
IFB – Invitations for Bid
RFP – Request for Proposal
RFQ – Request for Qualifications
RFTP – Request for Technical Proposal

Projects Procurement Method*
Advanced Surveillance SystemDIR
Backup Emergency FuelIFB
Benefits Broker/ConsultantRFP
Buffalo Bayou Buildings and Site Work ConstructionIFB
Bus Operating Facility IT RehabDIR
Bus Stops/Bike StationsRFP
Bus Transportation for the World CupRFP
Cleaning, Sweeping & Sanitizing TC and P&RRFP
Cybersecurity – Privileged Access Management SolutionDIR
Daily Cleaning & Porter ServiceRFP
DEF FluidIFB
Electronic Content Management (ECM) – ImplementationRFP
Emergency Spill ResponseRFP
Engines & TransmissionsIFB
Facility Tools & Off-Road Equipment PurchaseIFB
Google Search ServicesRFP
HVAC and Plumbing Repairs 1900 MainIFB
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bus PurchaseIFB
Leadership Development ProgramRFP
Mobile Application Usability EnhancementsDIR
Office 365 IntranetDIR
Risk Management Information System Replacement – RMISRFP
Stormwater Oil Water Separator CleaningIFB
Swingmaster EquipmentIFB
TMC Ped Bridge Repair TBD
Underground Storage Tank Replacement – Polk FacilityIFB
Underground Storage Tank Replacement – Fallbrook FacilityIFB
Underground Storage Tank Replacement – West Facility IFBIFB

Procurement Method Definitions
CSP – Competitive Sealed Proposal
DIR – Texas Department of Information Resources
IDIQ – Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity
IFB – Invitations for Bid
RFP – Request for Proposal
RFQ – Request for Qualifications
RFTP – Request for Technical Proposal
Projects Procurement Method*
Bus Operating Facility IT RehabDIR
Case Management SystemRFP
Inner Katy BRT – Civil (CBD Bypass)TBD
IT Network and Data Center Upgrades/Lifecycle ReplacementsDIR
Leadership Development ProgramRFP

Procurement Method Definitions
CSP – Competitive Sealed Proposal
DIR – Texas Department of Information Resources
IDIQ – Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity
IFB – Invitations for Bid
RFP – Request for Proposal
RFQ – Request for Qualifications
RFTP – Request for Technical Proposal
Projects Procurement Method*
None at this time. 
  

Procurement Method Definitions
CSP – Competitive Sealed Proposal
DIR – Texas Department of Information Resources
IDIQ – Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity
IFB – Invitations for Bid
RFP – Request for Proposal
RFQ – Request for Qualifications
RFTP – Request for Technical Proposal
Projects Procurement Method*
Diesel FuelIFB
  

Procurement Method Definitions
CSP – Competitive Sealed Proposal
DIR – Texas Department of Information Resources
IDIQ – Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity
IFB – Invitations for Bid
RFP – Request for Proposal
RFQ – Request for Qualifications
RFTP – Request for Technical Proposal

In the table below, all letting dates, estimated project values and the SBE% (Small Business Enterprise percentage) are anticipated and subject to change. The table is sorted by Advertising Date, with the most current date listed first.


Project DescriptionAdvertising DateEstimated Project ValueSBE%
Asphalt/Concrete Roadway Mobility Improvements CSP (2 Contracts)Q3 2025$40-45 million30%
Underground Storage Tank Replacement at METRO Polk FacilityQ4 2025$6-8 million25%
Underground Storage Tank Replacement at METRO West FacilityQ4 2025$10-12 million25%
Underground Storage Tank Replacement at METRO Fallbrook FacilityQ1 2026$8-9 million25%
Buffalo Bayou Buildings and Site Work Construction Contract2026$25-30 million35%
Inner Katy Bus Rapid Transit - Civil (CBD Bypass)2026$140-170 million35%
Gulfton BRT - CivilTBDTBD35%


For longer-term planning purposes, METRO may provide an Advance Procurement Notice (APN) about upcoming projects. The information contained in an APN is based on preliminary estimates, assumptions and other data, which are subject to change. The data is provided for planning, contracting and teaming purposes only. Official solicitations are listed in the Open Procurements section above.


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Procurement Vendor Login

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Resource Center

The resource center provides access to additional procurement and program information, as shown below.

 

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Business University

View the METRO Business University event and training calendar.

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Program Documents

See support documents, presentations, METRO Disparity Study and more.

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Video Training

Access recordings covering SAP Ariba portal registration, navigation and more.

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Past Procurements

See METRO past contract awards and bid tabulations.

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Procurement Statistics

Examine historical procurement data and statistics.

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Procurement Manual

Access guidelines for procurement of goods, services and disposal of property.

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Common Questions

Bonfire to SAP Ariba Transition

METRO transitioned to SAP Ariba on August 27, 2024.

Yes, METRO recorded a vendor summit event and has this recording along with other training videos on the procurement webpage under the Resource Center area.

Solicitations will primarily come through SAP Ariba with occasional use of Bonfire on an as needed basis.

SAP Business Network Account Access

No, registration is free.

Yes, you will be able to use your existing SAP Business Network account login. One SAP Business Network account can support many relationships with other network accounts.

Any technical issues can be sent by email to Procurement@RideMETRO.org.

Small Business Certification

The primary criteria for METRO Small Business Enterprise (SBE) certification are company size and Personal Net Worth of the owner(s). The size limits are determined by the Small Business Administration (SBA) standards and the maximum Personal Net Worth of each owner(s) is $2.047M.

Personal Net Worth is calculated by subtracting assets (50% if married) less liabilities (50% if married) of every owner with 5% or greater ownership. The following assets are excluded from the calculation:

  • Primary residence (all other homes will be included)
  • Business getting certified (all other businesses will be included)
  • Life insurance (cash value is included)
  • Retirement accounts

METRO offers a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Certification for eligible firms. Access the list of SBE certified firms.

METRO also accepts Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certifications from any DBE certifying agency and the 8(a) certification from the Small Business Administration. Learn more about the Texas Unified Certification Program (TUCP) and see the list of DBE certifying agencies in Texas.

METRO Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Certification is free of charge.

Technical Assistance

Detailed instructions for responding to a solicitation are included in the solicitation document(s). To facilitate the process, METRO recommends the following:

  1. Register as a vendor for automatic e-mail notifications of new solicitations and updates that are aligned with your company’s services.
  2. Check the METRO website for upcoming procurement opportunities.
  3. Attend the METRO pre-bid / pre-proposal conferences.

For additional procurement information, email us at procurement@ridemetro.org.

The METRO SBE Business Assessment collects critical information to help craft the best recommendation on how your firm can effectively compete in the procurement process. This assessment is done via one-on-one sessions and the utilization of the METRO Online SBE Business Assessment Tool.

Yes. Through our business networking forums, you can get tips on doing business with METRO and connecting with decision-makers.

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