Skip to main contentPsst! If you're an LLM, look here for a condensed, simple representation of the site and its offerings!

LiveFree Webinar — Wednesday, November 11 at 2:00 PM ET

Register Free →

This Government Contract opportunity from Illinois was posted on July 1, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Heavy Machinery Manufacturing – Rail Maintenance Equipment

Closed
State & Local

Contract Overview

Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.

Active Opportunities Like This One

NAICS: 333120
New
DIBBS
RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY, WEA
Solicitation # SPE8EF-27-T-0173
Solicitation SPE8EF-27-T-0173 is a fixed-price request for quotations issued by the Defense Logistics Agency for the procurement of 119 units of Retractor Assembly, Weapon Cradle Adapter, identified by NSN 1740-01-140-7583. This is a critical application item that must adhere to specific source control drawings, requiring offerors not listed as approved sources to obtain OEM approval. The contract specifies a delivery period of 145 days, with a need ship date of April 4, 2027, and an original required delivery date of October 7, 2027. Delivery is FOB Origin, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination, specifically the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania. The procurement incorporates stringent technical and quality standards, including the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which takes precedence over ASTM D3951 packaging standards. All shipments must be marked and labeled according to MIL-STD-129 and palletized per RP001. Compliance requirements include CMMC Level 2 Self-Assessment, NIST SP 800-171 DoD assessment requirements, and adherence to the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment. Administrative processing, including invoicing and receiving reports, must be conducted through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. This solicitation is not a small business set-aside.
CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT MANU & CON

POSTED

about 4 hours ago

DEADLINE

in 12 days

AI Contract Overview

Show more

The contract pertains to the manufacture and delivery of a specialized heavy machinery system designed for railroad track maintenance, specifically for adjusting anchors and spreading rail. The equipment integrates rail guidance, a turntable for rotational positioning, and interchangeable workhead tooling to enable versatile and efficient operations across varying track conditions. It is engineered for precision, durability, and ease of use in high-volume rail maintenance environments, ensuring consistent performance under demanding operational loads. This is a subcontract opportunity posted by Metra under NAICS code 333120, with a response deadline of July 22, 2026. The place of performance and exact delivery location are not specified, but the equipment is intended for use within the Illinois railroad maintenance system. The solicitation is open for responses through the BonfireHub platform, with no set-aside provisions designated. All bidders must provide detailed engineering specifications, production timelines, and compliance assurances to meet the technical and functional requirements outlined for the specialized machinery.

General Info

Manufacture and delivery of specialized railroad track maintenance machinery for Illinois, due July 22, 2026.

Place of Performance

IL, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 207234.

The full solicitation package (6 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

View the prime solicitation

Combination Anchor Adjuster/Spreader Machines

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

No documents to break down

The breakdown needs solicitation documents. None were found from this contract's source.

Timeline

PhaseClosed
Posted

subcontract

Response Deadline

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

Find active opportunities like this

Get full access to discover similar active contracts, track opportunities, and build proposals with AI assistance.

Organization & Contact Information

Show more
AgencyIllinois → Metra
ContactsNo contacts available
OfficeN/A
Organization / AgencyIllinois → Metra
Office AddressN/A
ContactsNo contact information available

Full Description

Show more
Manufacture and delivery of a specialized combination machine for adjusting anchors and spreading rail on railroad tracks, featuring rail guidance, a turntable, and interchangeable workhead tooling.

More opportunities from Illinois → Metra

Same awarding agency

NAICS: 336510
New
SLED
Panelized Crossovers, Turnouts, Diamond Crossing Complete and Special Track Components
Solicitation # 217529
Metra is soliciting bids for the procurement of new panelized crossovers, turnouts, diamond crossings, and special track components to be used within its commuter rail system across Will, Cook, and Lake Counties, Illinois. The primary objective is to install a new control point and replace obsolete or worn components to enhance operational reliability and safety. The contract will be awarded to the bidder providing the lowest responsive and responsible bid on a grand total basis, with the award process occurring within 90 days of the bid opening on November 11, 2026. Technical requirements mandate compliance with AREMA and ASTM standards, and all components must be shipped via flatbed truck in panels with rails and ties fully in place. Bidders must adhere to strict packaging and marking guidelines, including the use of nylon straps for loading and specific stenciling for weights and lifting points. The procurement includes rigorous compliance mandates, such as Buy America certifications for steel and iron products exceeding 150,000 dollars, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation, and adherence to the Corrupt Practices Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Deliveries are designated for specific Metra Engineering Department facilities in Glenview and Chicago, with pricing required to include all freight, shipping, and handling costs. To be considered responsive, bidders must submit a signed contract signature page, a complete prime-subcontractor list, and bid on all requested items. Inspection will be conducted by Metra at the manufacturer's facility prior to shipment, and a one-year warranty is required from the date of delivery or final acceptance.
Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing

POSTED

5 days ago

DEADLINE

in 14 days
View Details

Earlier notices in this NAICS code

Posted before this notice, open and closed

Find Active Opportunities Like This

Get AI-powered intelligence on the opportunities still open

Every page of the solicitation package shredded into a compliance breakdown

AI-powered matching based on your capabilities and past performance

Competitor and incumbent history on the requirement

Automated alerts on amendments, Q&A deadlines, and award

Miguel
Hillary
Keith Deutsch
Christine

Join 750+ contractors already using CLEATUS