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Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) for Structural Repair

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State & Local

Response Deadline12/11/2026, 02:00:00 PM EST

Contract Overview

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General Info

Agency

Massachusetts → Pioneer Valley Transit Authority

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Main Street Springfield, MA, 01107, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of BD-26-2263-PTA01-PTVA1-135356.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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RFQ27-004 Independent Inspection Services

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Timeline

PostedNov 11

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Response DeadlineDec 11

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Response Deadline

12/11/2026, 02:00:00 PM ESTin 29 days

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AgencyMassachusetts → Pioneer Valley Transit Authority

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Organization / AgencyMassachusetts → Pioneer Valley Transit Authority

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Performs structural weld inspections for prime contractors on Pioneer Valley Transit Authority (PVTA) vehicle collision repair projects. Conducts in-process inspections to verify weld standards before finishing and provides technical opinions on weld quality and structural integrity using specialized welding inspection tools and NDT equipment. Requires Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification. Delivers certified weld inspection reports and structural component approval.

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