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Heavy Rail Equipment Transportation

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Response Deadline11/17/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Heavy Rail Equipment Transportation involves the specialized transport of wheelsets and traction motor assemblies for prime contractors working on Virginia Railway Express rail projects. The scope of work includes the loading, hauling, and unloading of heavy rail components utilizing specialized rail transporters or flatbed trucks equipped with heavy-lift cranes. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for ensuring all motor lubricants are labeled in strict accordance with DOT hazardous materials regulations. The contract requires a strict delivery schedule with a turnaround window of 80 business days. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 484220 and was posted on October 14, 2026, with a response deadline of November 17, 2026.

General Info

Subcontract for transporting heavy rail equipment for Virginia Railway Express within 80 days.

Agency

Virginia Railway Express

NAICS

484220 - Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local

Place of Performance

VA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 027-004.

The full solicitation package (7 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Wheelset and Traction Motor, Overhaul, Repair, and Rehabilitation Services

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PostedOct 14

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Response DeadlineNov 17

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11/17/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin about 1 month

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AgencyVirginia Railway Express

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Performs transportation of wheelsets and traction motor assemblies for prime contractors on Virginia Railway Express (VRE) rail projects. Loads, hauls, and unloads heavy rail components using flatbed trucks with heavy-lift cranes or specialized rail transporters. Manages hazardous materials labeling per DOT regulations for motor lubricants. Delivers equipment within an 80-business-day turnaround window.

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