Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Harris County Metropolitan Transit Authority.
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Posted
Oct 12, 2026
Nov 11, 2026
The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County is seeking bids through IFB 2027000003 to purchase and deliver bulk fleet cleaners for METRO locations. This is an open Invitation for Bid for a product purchase, rather than a grant program. Bids are due November 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
Posted
Oct 5, 2026
Nov 4, 2026
METRO is seeking as-needed DOT medical examinations. The solicitation concerns recertification medical physical exams. Submissions are due through METRO’s procurement portal on November 4, 2026.
Posted
Oct 5, 2026
Nov 4, 2026
METRO is seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of new destination signs for its transit buses. Its Purchasing Department lists the solicitation as an invitation for bids and provides a supporting PDF for registered users. Submissions close November 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST.
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City
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Houston
County
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Harris
Address
Physical address of this buyer.
1900 Main St
Phone Number
Contact phone number for this buyer.
(713) 635-4000
Zip Code
Postal code for this buyer's location.
77208
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Harris County Metropolitan Transit Authority
The board meeting centered on the discussion and approval of the fiscal year 2027 budget. Significant focus was placed on public comment regarding a proposed $40 million allocation for street repaving projects, with citizens advocating for the redirection of these funds toward enhancing bus fleet frequency, reliability, and transit-oriented infrastructure. Additional topics included community requests for the adjustment of specific bus stop locations, the expansion of shuttle services, and the promotion of the Week Without Driving initiative to increase awareness of transit accessibility challenges.
The Board of Directors meeting addressed various public comments regarding bus service frequency, transit accessibility, security concerns at bus stops, and requests for route extensions. Key committee reports were provided on infrastructure, public safety, customer experience, audit, and finance. The Board approved several consent agenda items, including proclamations for long-service retirees and contracts for fuel and maintenance supplies. Additionally, the Board authorized sole-source contracts for axle counters and video system upgrades, approved the program of projects for Fiscal Year 2026 FTA Formula Funds, and entered into an agreement for forensic laboratory services.
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The meeting included public comments regarding transit improvements, specifically the Boost 85 project in the Washington corridor, as well as requests for bus stop relocation and increased bus frequency on certain routes. Speakers expressed concerns about transit system accessibility, maintenance of shelters, safety issues at bus stops, and the impact of the proposed Gulfton BRT plan. The Board also addressed specific rider concerns and discussed strategies for future service enhancements.
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