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This Government Contract opportunity from Massachusetts was posted on August 11, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Composite Rail Fastening System Supply

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NAICS: 336510
Federal
Refurbished and Used Boxcars
Solicitation # RFI-DOT-VOLPE-2026-001
The U.S. Department of Transportation, Volpe National Transportation Systems Center, is conducting market research via Request for Information RFI-DOT-VOLPE-2026-001 to determine the availability of refurbished and used 50-foot standard railway boxcars. These vehicles are required to safely transport ammunition and explosives in accordance with strict military safety regulations. The equipment must meet Association of American Railroads (AAR) standards, specifically mechanical designation XM, car type B314 or equal, and AAR Plate-C dimensions. Key technical requirements include a weathertight roof, AWS D15.1 welding standards, and specific painting specifications utilizing urethane paint in yellow for the carbody and black for the underframe, with red stenciling for the United States Army. Interested respondents under NAICS code 336510 must submit a written Statement of Capabilities and estimated unit costs for orders up to 500 boxcars by October 21, 2026. The scope of work includes the delivery of cars to a CONUS U.S. Army rail base and the registration of all cars in the AAR UMLER files. Quality assurance is paramount, requiring a formal plan from the rail shop and rigorous testing of air brake systems, hand brakes, and side bearings. Final acceptance will occur at the destination following an inspection for carrier damage. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or a commitment of government funds.
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IFB 132-26 Widett Layover Facility - Timber Tie Turnouts
Solicitation # BD-27-1206-40000-40000-134210
Solicitation BD-27-1206-40000-40000-134210 is an open market invitation for bids issued by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority for the procurement of timber tie turnouts for the Widett Layover Facility. The contract is governed by the laws of Massachusetts and incorporates MBTA Standard Contract Terms and Conditions, which include a liability cap at the greater of 100,000 dollars or two times the value of the product or service, a seven-year record retention requirement, and the authority for the MBTA to terminate the contract without cause or penalty. Award will be granted to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluation based on price, integrity, past performance, financial and technical resources, and compliance with public policies such as EEO records and DBE goals. The scope of work requires the manufacturer to provide turnouts that meet Amtrak Specification No 1806 for rail hardness and AREMA Chapter 4 tolerances for trackwork rail. All fasteners must be of U.S. manufacture. Quality assurance involves a mandatory floor assembly at the manufacturer's shop for inspection by Amtrak or its designated agency, requiring five business days' notice. Following successful inspection, turnouts must be disassembled for shipment to 100 Foodmart Rd, Boston, MA, with specific requirements for lifting cradles, prohibited use of chains, and detailed color-coding and labeling for identification. Bidders must submit a comprehensive package by October 26, 2026, including a bid cover letter, pricing forms, proof of insurance, and a pre-award evaluation form documenting financial stability and technical proficiency.
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IFB 131-26 Widett Layover Facility-MBTA Composite Tie Turnout- F60PS01
Solicitation # 131-26
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) 131-26 for the procurement of five MBTA Standard Composite Tie 136RE Left-Hand #8 Powered Turnouts for the Widett Layover Facility. This solicitation, identified as Contract No. F60PS01, requires the design, manufacture, testing, fabrication, and delivery of the turnouts in accordance with Specification #02855P and other applicable standards, including Specification 02856 and MBTA Standard Plan 3040. Bids must be submitted electronically via the COMMBUYS portal by October 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with a required delivery date of September 2, 2027, to 100 Foodmart Road, Boston, MA. Award will be granted to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluations based on integrity, past performance, financial and technical resources, and compliance with public policy and EEO records. Bid prices must be firm fixed prices inclusive of all freight, packaging, handling, taxes, duties, and prevailing wages, utilizing F.O.B. destination terms for domestic shipments or D.D.P. for cross-border deliveries. The contractor is required to submit complete shop drawings prior to manufacture and provide material certifications and shipping manifests ten business days before delivery. Quality assurance is strictly enforced, allowing MBTA engineers free entry to manufacturing plants for audits and inspections.
400000 - Procurement & Logistics

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This subcontract opportunity, managed by the Massachusetts Procurement and Logistics agency, involves the supply of composite rail fastening systems. The scope of work specifically includes the provision of base plates and insulating components essential for railroad infrastructure. The solicitation was posted on August 11, 2026, with a response deadline set for September 2, 2026. This procurement falls under NAICS code 336510, focusing on the manufacturing of railway rolling stock.

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Massachusetts procurement for composite rail fastening systems, base plates, and insulating components.

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This scope was carved out of 99-26.

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Supply of composite rail fastening systems including base plates and insulating components for railroad infrastructure.

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