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Custom Transit Uniform Design & Concept Development

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Response Deadline10/16/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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Metra is seeking a subcontractor for the Custom Transit Uniform Design and Concept Development project to create modern, functional, and brand-aligned uniforms for customer-facing transit staff. The scope of work includes the production of design sketches, comprehensive lookbooks, and narrative design proposals to establish a cohesive visual identity for the personnel. This opportunity was posted on August 12, 2026, and requires responses by October 16, 2026. The project falls under NAICS code 541420 and is managed by the agency in Illinois. Interested parties can find further details and submission guidelines through the provided BonfireHub portal.

General Info

Metra seeks a subcontractor for transit staff uniform design and concept development.

Agency

Illinois → MetraView Agency

NAICS

541420 - Industrial Design ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

IL, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of RFI No. 21.

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

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CUSTOMER CARE UNIFORMS

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Timeline

PostedAug 12

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Response DeadlineOct 16

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10/16/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTCin 2 months

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AgencyIllinois → Metra

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Development of modern, functional, and brand-aligned uniform concepts for customer-facing transit staff, including sketches, lookbooks, and narrative design proposals.

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